Heartbreak in Paris: Vinesh Phogat Bids Farewell to Wrestling After Olympic Disqualification
Vinesh Phogat announced her retirement from wrestling. After being disqualified from the Paris Olympics, Vinesh decided to retire from wrestling permanently. She shared the news on her social media account, expressing her feelings in a heartfelt post titled “Wrestling won the match against me; I lost.”
The End of an Era
Vinesh Phogat, a wrestler known for her resilience and determination, has retired from the sport after being disqualified at the Paris Olympics. In her emotional post, she revealed her decision to leave the sport to which she had dedicated her life from 2001 to 2024.
Near Victory and Heartbreak
Vinesh was on the verge of winning a silver medal, only one match away from a historic gold. Her dreams were shattered when she was disqualified for being slightly overweight. The news broke the hearts of millions of Indians rooting for her success. Vinesh, the first Indian woman wrestler to reach an Olympic final, was devastated by the disqualification, which was only 100 grams more than her 50 kg weight category limit.
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A Glorious Career Cut Short
Despite her disqualification, Vinesh’s career has been nothing short of impressive. She made history by becoming the first Indian woman to reach an Olympic wrestling final and have a chance of winning gold. Her hopes were dashed just before the final match. Her journey to the Paris Olympics began with a stunning victory over Japan’s Yui Susaki, the Tokyo Olympic champion, whom she defeated 3-2. She continued her impressive performance in the quarterfinals and semifinals, winning a silver medal for India. However, her slight weight gain resulted in her disqualification, effectively ending her dreams.
A Legacy in Wrestling
Vinesh Phogat was born on August 25, 1994, in Bhiwani, Haryana, and has left an indelible mark on the wrestling world. Vinesh, who comes from a wrestling family, established herself through sheer determination and hard work. Her contributions to Indian wrestling will be remembered for decades to come.
Vinesh Phogat’s retirement marks the end of an era in Indian wrestling. Her journey, which included both victories and challenges, has inspired countless aspiring wrestlers. Her Olympic dreams were dashed, but her reputation as one of India’s best wrestlers lives on.
