Bharat Express

Vinesh Phogat

Sakshi Malik and Bajrang Punia have expressed their profound sadness following the retirement announcement of wrestler Vinesh Phogat.

Vinesh Phogat, Indian wrestler, has announced her retirement from the sport just hours after being disqualified from the Paris Olympics 2024.

Yusneylis Guzman Lopez replaces Vinesh Phogat in the Paris Olympics women’s 50kg final after Phogat’s disqualification.

The news of Vinesh's disqualification came as a shock to both her and the Indian contingent.

After her disqualification, Indian wrestler Vinesh Phogat sought treatment at the Games Village polyclinic for dehydration.

Prime Minister Modi has sought details from IOA President PT Usha on Vinesh Phogat's disqualification from the Paris Olympics.

It is reported that Vinesh skipped meals, exercised rigorously, and stayed up all night to meet the weight criteria. Indian officials requested additional time from the Olympic committee, but their plea was unsuccessful.

Her victory guarantees India at least a silver medal. Phogat will compete for the gold medal on Wednesday.

Olympic medallist Sakshee Malikkh, a vocal critic of the former chief, has declared her resignation from the sport in response to this outcome.

Six weight categories, including the classes of Bajrang (65 kg) and Vinesh (53 kg), will have trials in all three formats. Winners in those two categories, however, will be listed as reserves.