Vinesh Phogat Announces Retirement After Disqualification at Paris Olympics

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Vinesh Phogat, an Indian wrestler, announced her retirement from wrestling following her experience at the Paris Olympics.

An Overview of the News

• Vinesh was disqualified from the Paris Olympics after failing to make weight during the second weigh-in on the day of the final.

• She had reached the final, becoming the first Indian woman wrestler to do so, but lost her assured medal due to the disqualification.

Career Achievements

• Vinesh is a two-time Olympian with several major achievements:

  • Commonwealth Games: Three gold medals.

  • World Championships: Two bronze medals.

  • Asian Games: One gold medal.

  • Asian Champion: Crowned in 2021.