Vinesh Phogat announced her retirement on Thursday after being disqualified from the 50 kg women's wrestling final at the 2024 Paris Olympics for being 100 grams overweight. In a post on X, Vinesh wrote, "Ma Kusti (Wrestling) won against me, I lost. Forgive me, your dream and my courage has been broken." She also said, "Goodbye Wrestling 2001-2024." Vinesh, 29, was the first Indian woman wrestler to reach an Olympic final. She had won her semi-final bout 5-0. Vinesh is appealing for the Silver medal at the Court of Arbitration for Sport. A three-time Olympian, Vinesh competed in different weight categories in 2016, 2020, and 2024. She has three Commonwealth Games Gold medals (2014, 2018, 2022) and two World Championship bronzes (2019, 2022). Reflecting on her career, Vinesh said, "I don't have any more strength now."

Kenyan athlete Faith Kipyegon regained her silver medal from the women’s 5,000m at the Paris Olympics following a successful appeal against her disqualification. This development has heightened hopes for Indian wrestler Vinesh Phogat, who is also seeking redress. Phogat was disqualified from the 50kg freestyle final for being 100 grams overweight, which initially stripped her of a potential silver medal. She has appealed the decision to the Court of Arbitration for Sport (CAS), and a ruling is expected by tomorrow morning. If successful, Phogat could be awarded the silver.

Wrestler Vinesh Phogat has appealed to the Court of Arbitration for Sport (CAS) following her disqualification from the Paris 2024 Olympics wrestling final. Phogat, who missed the 50kg weight limit by just 100 grams, was barred from competing in the final despite winning her semi-final match 5-0. She has requested that CAS award her the silver medal. CAS is expected to deliver a verdict by tomorrow morning. If CAS rules in her favor, the IOC may grant her a joint silver medal. This appeal marks a significant development in the aftermath of her controversial disqualification.

MC Mary Kom, the legendary Indian boxer, shed 2 kgs in just 4 hours to qualify for the 48kg category at the 2018 Silesian Open Boxing Tournament in Poland. Jet-lagged and facing disqualification, she skipped for an hour straight to make weight. Her dedication paid off as she clinched her third gold of the year. "I had roughly four hours to shed that or I would have been disqualified," Kom said. The 35-year-old, supported by her husband Onler, remains focused on her sport, eyeing the 2020 Olympics.

American wrestling legend Jordan Burroughs has called for rule changes after Indian wrestler Vinesh Phogat was disqualified from the Paris Olympics for failing to make weight for her gold-medal match. Burroughs proposed a 1 kg weight allowance, later weigh-ins, and guaranteed medals for finalists. "Give Vinesh Phogat silver," he urged, highlighting the unfairness of the current rules. His call has garnered support from fellow Olympian Sakshi Malik, who tweeted, "This would be the right decision." Burroughs' suggestions aim to ensure fair competition and prevent heartbreak for athletes like Phogat.

Team India's Chief Medical Officer, Dr. Dinshaw Pardiwala, confirmed that wrestler Vinesh Phogat was disqualified from the Paris Olympics for being 100 grams overweight. Despite extreme measures, including dehydration and cutting her hair, she couldn't meet the 50kg limit. Dr. Pardiwala stated, "If we had a few hours more, we might have been able to shed that 100 grams." Vinesh’s disqualification followed an intense weight cut after her weight spiked post-semi-final bouts. The Wrestling Federation of India has appealed, but United World Wrestling maintains the disqualification.

United World Wrestling (UWW) chief Nenad Lalovic has confirmed that Vinesh Phogat’s disqualification from the Paris Olympics will not be overturned. Phogat, who was found 100 grams overweight before her gold medal bout, will not receive a medal. Despite the Wrestling Federation of India's appeal, Lalovic stated that the rules are strict and the disqualification stands. He emphasized that allowing exceptions would undermine the rules, and the possibility of awarding her a medal is "impossible." Phogat's disqualification has dashed hopes for her historic win.

Indian wrestler Vinesh Phogat, on the verge of an Olympic gold in the 50kg freestyle category, was disqualified from the Paris Olympics 2024 for being 100 grams overweight. Despite frantic efforts, including cutting her hair, she couldn't meet the weight requirement. The Indian Olympic Association (IOA) President PT Usha expressed shock and assured full support. An appeal to reconsider the decision has been filed by the Wrestling Federation of India. Vinesh was set to face the USA's Sarah Ann Hildebrandt in the final.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi has asked the Indian Olympic Association to explore all options to appeal wrestler Vinesh Phogat’s disqualification from the 50-kg event at the Paris Olympics. Phogat, disqualified for being 100 grams overweight, was a strong contender for gold. Modi personally spoke with IOA President PT Usha to ensure every avenue for redressal is exhausted. While sources suggest limited room for negotiation, Modi's intervention has rekindled hope among supporters. In a tweet, Modi called Phogat a "champion among champions" and urged her to come back stronger.

Union Sports Minister Mansukh Mandaviya addressed the Lok Sabha, stating that the government provided Vinesh Phogat with every possible assistance, including personal staff. Despite these efforts, Phogat was disqualified from the Paris Olympics for being 100 grams overweight. Mandaviya explained, "Her weight was found to be 50.1 kg, making her ineligible." Phogat, who made history as the first Indian woman wrestler to reach an Olympic final, was unable to compete due to this discrepancy. The Indian Olympic Association has lodged a strong protest, and Prime Minister Narendra Modi has called for appropriate action.