Wrestler Vinesh Phogat Appeals for Joint-Silver Medal at Paris Olympics
Indian wrestler Vinesh Phogat has appealed for a joint-silver medal in the women’s 50kg freestyle wrestling category at the Paris Olympics.
Phogat was disqualified from the final due to being 100 grams over the weight limit. Her counsel has cited the distance between the competition arena and Athletes’ Village, as well as a tight schedule between bouts, as reasons for her failure to make the weight cut.
The counsel argues that the excess weight was negligible and did not provide any competitive advantage.
Phogat is a well-known wrestler in India and has won several medals in international competitions. She was considered a strong contender for the gold medal in the 50kg freestyle wrestling category at the Paris Olympics.
The disqualification has come as a shock to her fans and supporters, who have been rallying behind her since the news broke.
The Indian Olympic Association has also expressed its disappointment over the disqualification and has promised to support Phogat in her appeal for a joint-silver medal.
The appeal is currently under review by the International Olympic Committee, and a decision is expected to be made soon.
In the meantime, Phogat’s supporters continue to show their support for her on social media, using hashtags like #JusticeForVinesh and #VineshPhogatDeservesGold.
The incident has once again brought to light the challenges faced by athletes during international competitions, especially when it comes to making weight.
While weight cutting is a common practice in combat sports like wrestling, it can have serious health consequences if not done properly.
The International Olympic Committee has taken steps to address this issue, including introducing new weight classes and implementing stricter rules around weight cutting.
However, more needs to be done to ensure the safety and well-being of athletes, especially during high-pressure competitions like the Olympics.
In the case of Vinesh Phogat, her appeal for a joint-silver medal is not just about winning a medal, but also about highlighting the challenges faced by athletes and the need for better support and resources.
As her supporters continue to rally behind her, the hope is that her appeal will be successful and that she will be able to take home a medal that she rightfully deserves.
