Vinesh Phogat, Indian Wrestler Out Of Paris Olympics Over Weight
In the Paris Olympic Games 2024, the ace grappler of India, Vinesh Phogat, stood on the cusp of ultimate glory but has now been disqualified from the competition entirely. Vinesh, who was competing in the 50 kg freestyle wrestling category, is out of the competition, having been weighed over the limit for her event.
She usually competes in the 53 kg category but brought her weight down to 50 kg for the Paris Olympics. On Day 2 of her weigh-in, however, Vinesh was found weighing over the desired limit, though by a small margin of about 100 grams.
It is to be reported that Vinesh tried to do all she could to come under the desired weight, be it skipping meals or running. She didn’t sleep the entire night, hoping to fall under the weight category. The Indian officials also asked the committee of the Olympics for more time, but the efforts went in vain.