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  • Vinesh Phogat’s Disqualification A Conspiracy? Opposition Slams Modi Government; Sports Minister Responds |

    New Delhi: Just a few hours before the final in wrestling at the Olympics 2024, an unfortunate event turnout, wrestler Vinesh Phogat was disqualified from the 2024 Paris Olympics on Wednesday, August 7 after she was found to be overweight for a few grams. This news has left every Indian heartbroken and also begins the political turmoil. 

    Leader of Opposition Rahul Gandhi calls it an unfortunate incident and asked the Indian Olympic Association to strongly challenge this decision and provide justice to the daughter of the country.

    “It is unfortunate that Vinesh Phogat, India’s pride, who reached the finals after defeating world champion wrestlers, was disqualified on technical grounds. We have full hope that the Indian Olympic Association will strongly challenge this decision and provide justice to the daughter of the country,” Gandhi said.

     

     

    विश्वविजेता पहलवानों को हरा कर फाइनल में पहुंची भारत की शान विनेश फोगाट का तकनीकी आधार पर अयोग्य घोषित किया जाना दुर्भाग्यपूर्ण है।

    हमें पूरी उम्मीद है कि भारतीय ओलंपिक संघ इस निर्णय को मजबूती से चैलेंज कर देश की बेटी को न्याय दिलाएगा।

    विनेश हिम्मत हारने वालों में से नहीं हैं,…
    — Rahul Gandhi (@RahulGandhi) August 7, 2024

     

    Congress leader Mallikarjun Kharge said that Phogat went through a lot, from protesting at the footpath for justice to reaching the pinnacle podium of the Olympics. 

    “The government should make all efforts to make an appeal with the IOC Media and provide justice to our champion,” he wrote on social media X.

     

    India’s pride, Vinesh Phogat defeated world champions but has been disqualified due to technical reasons.

    She went through a lot. From protesting at the footpath for justice to reaching the pinnacle podium of the Olympics.

    It is extremely distressing of what she must be going… pic.twitter.com/jQnCKNdq0L
    — Mallikarjun Kharge (@kharge) August 7, 2024

     

    Samajwadi Party leader Akhilesh Yadav also asked got an investigation after the disqualification of Vinesh Phogat.

    SP leader shared a post on X and said, “there should be a thorough investigation into the technical reasons behind the discussion about Vinesh Phogat not being able to play in the final and it should be ensured what is the truth and the real reason behind it.”
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    विनेश फोगाट के फ़ाइनल में न खेल पाने की चर्चा के तकनीकी कारणों की गहरी जाँच-पड़ताल हो और सुनिश्चित किया जाए कि सच्चाई क्या है और इसके पीछे की असली वजह क्या है।
    — Akhilesh Yadav (@yadavakhilesh) August 7, 2024

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    Phogat’s disqualification Congress leader Imran Pratapgarhi hits out at PM Modi and said that as quickly as he tweeted today, had he asked the Sports Ministry to fight in the same way. While interacting with the media, Pratapgarhi said, “The entire country was expecting a tweet from the PM to congratulate Vinesh Phogat, and not console her. The quickly he tweeted today, had he asked Sports Ministry to fight in the same way, the results would’ve been different.”

     

    VIDEO | Paris Olympics 2024: “The entire country was expecting a tweet from the PM to congratulate Vinesh Phogat, and not console her. The quickly he tweeted today, had he asked Sports Ministry to fight in the same way, the results would’ve been different,” says Congress MP Imran… pic.twitter.com/tsay6DtCsO
    — Press Trust of India (@PTI_News) August 7, 2024

     

    Addressing the issue of disqualification of Indian wrestler Vinesh Phogat from the Paris Olympics 2024, Union Sports Minister Mansukh Mandaviya said that the Prime Minister had spoken to IOA President PT Usha and asked her to take necessary action.

     “…Today her weight was found 50 kg 100 grams and she was disqualified. The Indian Olympic Association has lodged a strong protest with the United World Wrestling (UWW). IOA President PT Usha is in Paris, the Prime Minister spoke to her and asked her to take necessary action… The government provided every facility to her including personal staff,” Mandaviya said. 

     

    #WATCH | Union Sports Minister Mansukh Mandaviya speaks on the issue of disqualification of Indian wrestler Vinesh Phogat from #ParisOlympics2024

    He says, “…Today her weight was found 50 kg 100 grams and she was disqualified. The Indian Olympic Association has lodged a strong… pic.twitter.com/7VkjoQQyIM
    — ANI (@ANI) August 7, 2024

     

  • Vinesh Phogat Hospitalized Due To Dehydration After Heartbreaking Olympic Disqualification | Other

    Paris Olympics 2024: Indian wrestler Vinesh Phogat’s Olympic journey took a dramatic turn on Wednesday, August 7, when she was disqualified from the women’s 50kg final at the Paris Olympics. The disqualification came as a shock to fans and sports enthusiasts, especially given Phogat’s impressive performance throughout the tournament.

    Phogat was poised for a historic moment as she prepared to compete for the gold medal. However, her aspirations were abruptly halted when she was found to be 150 grams overweight during the weigh-in on the second day of the competition. The weigh-in, which was a crucial part of the qualification process, proved to be a major setback for the wrestler.

    Sources close to the situation revealed that Phogat, who was under immense pressure and excitement leading up to the final, experienced dehydration, which led to her fainting. This health issue necessitated immediate medical attention, and she was promptly hospitalized in Paris.

    The disqualification was particularly disappointing for Phogat, who had already made history by becoming the first Indian woman wrestler to reach an Olympic final. Her performance had generated significant hope for India, as she was expected to become the third individual Indian athlete to secure an Olympic gold medal.

    The weigh-in, a standard procedure for ensuring athletes meet weight class requirements, proved to be a hurdle for Phogat. Despite her rigorous training and preparation, the slight excess in weight disqualified her from competing in the final match. This unexpected turn of events has left many disheartened, as Phogat was seen as a strong contender for the gold medal.

    In the aftermath of the disqualification, the focus has shifted to Phogat’s recovery. Her hospitalization due to dehydration highlights the physical and emotional toll that Olympic-level competition can exert on athletes. The incident serves as a reminder of the intense pressures and challenges faced by athletes at such prestigious events.

    The Weight Controversy: What Happened?

    The drama unfolded on the morning of August 7, 2024, when Vinesh Phogat, who had battled through intense bouts to reach the final, was found to be 100 grams over the prescribed weight limit. Despite her best efforts to make weight—including fasting, intense physical workouts, and skipping sleep—the scales tipped against her.

    The Indian Olympic Association confirmed the disqualification with a somber statement: “It is with regret that the Indian contingent shares news of the disqualification of Vinesh Phogat from the Women’s Wrestling 50kg class. Despite the best efforts by the team through the night, she weighed in a few grams over 50kg this morning. No further comments will be made by the contingent at this time. The Indian team requests you respect Vinesh’s privacy. It would like to focus on the competitions at hand.”

    As Phogat recovers, the Indian wrestling community and fans await further updates on her condition. The disqualification not only affects her personal journey but also has broader implications for Indian wrestling, which had high hopes for a gold medal. Despite this setback, Phogat’s resilience and past achievements continue to inspire and motivate aspiring wrestlers across the country.