Tag: Vinesh Phogat

Dharmendra calls Vinesh Phogat “brave adventurous daughter” following her retirement

Phogat had advanced to the gold medal bout by defeating Cuba's Yusneylis Guzman Lopez 5-0 in the semi-finals on Tuesday night.

August 8, 2024

After opposition uproar in RS over Vinesh disqualification, Chairman Dhankar calls floor leaders meeting

"The whole country is hopeful that she will rise again and fight. But why is the Government of India silent?" Congress MP Surjewala said.

August 8, 2024

“Vinesh Phogat is champion for us:” CM Saini says Haryana will felicitate her like medalist

Vinesh had entered the Gold Medal bout after beating Cuba's Yusneylis Guzman Lopez 5-0 in the semi-finals on Tuesday night.

August 8, 2024

Vinesh Phogat announces retirement after Paris Olympics disqualification

Phogat had advanced to the gold medal bout by defeating Cuba's Yusneylis Guzman Lopez 5-0 in the semi-finals on Tuesday night.

August 8, 2024

Vinesh Phogat appeals to CAS over disqualification from Paris Olympic final

Phogat, who was set to compete against the United States' Sarah Ann Hildebrandt for the gold medal, was disqualified on Wednesday for breaching the weight limit.

August 8, 2024

“You are champion among champions,” PM Narendra Modi consoles Vinesh Phogat after her disqualification ahead of Gold medal bout

In a big blow to India's medal hopes from the wrestling arena, grappler Vinesh Phogat was earlier today disqualified from the 50 kg women's wrestling event.

August 7, 2024

Heartbreak for India, Vinesh Phogat disqualified ahead of Gold medal match at Paris Olympics

A statement issued by the Indian Olympic contingent said that Phogat had tipped the scales above the 50 kg mark and was disqualified.

August 7, 2024