Vinesh Phogat, a name that resonates with the Indian wrestling community, has announced her retirement from wrestling. The multiple Commonwealth Games gold medallist and 2018 Asian Games gold medallist had a disappointing end to her Olympic journey in the women’s freestyle wrestling at the Paris Olympics. Phogat was disqualified from the 50kg category after failing the second weigh-in and being found above the permissible weight limit. As a result, she was barred from taking part in the final.
Despite the setback, Phogat reportedly appealed against her disqualification at the Court of Arbitration for Sports (CAS). She demanded that she be given the silver medal as she won her semi-final bout against Cuban wrestler Yusneylis Guzman Lopez fair and square. However, her appeal was not successful, and she had to return home empty-handed.
Phogat’s retirement from wrestling has left her fans and the wrestling community in shock. She was one of the most promising wrestlers in India and had a bright future ahead of her. Her journey to the top was not an easy one, and she had to overcome several obstacles to achieve her goals.
Phogat hails from a family of wrestlers, and her journey began at a young age. She was inspired by her cousin sisters, Geeta and Babita Phogat, who had made a name for themselves in the wrestling world. Phogat’s father, Mahavir Singh Phogat, a former wrestler himself, trained his daughters in wrestling and helped them achieve their dreams.
Phogat’s hard work and dedication paid off when she won her first gold medal at the 2014 Commonwealth Games in Glasgow. She went on to win several more medals, including gold at the 2018 Asian Games. Her success on the wrestling mat made her a household name in India, and she became an inspiration for many young girls who wanted to pursue wrestling.
Phogat’s retirement from wrestling has left a void in the Indian wrestling community. However, her legacy will continue to inspire young wrestlers to follow in her footsteps and achieve their dreams. Her journey is a testament to the fact that with hard work, dedication, and perseverance, anything is possible.
In conclusion, Vinesh Phogat’s retirement from wrestling has left a mark on the Indian wrestling community. Her journey to the top was not an easy one, but her hard work and dedication helped her achieve her goals. Despite the setback at the Paris Olympics, Phogat will always be remembered as one of the most promising wrestlers in India. Her legacy will continue to inspire young wrestlers to pursue their dreams and achieve greatness.
