The Dismissal of Vinesh Phogat’s Appeal for Silver Medal at Paris Olympics
The Court of Arbitration for Sport (CAS) has dismissed wrestler Vinesh Phogat’s appeal for the silver medal in the women’s 50kg event at the Paris Olympics. This decision has come as a disappointment for Vinesh and her supporters, who were hoping for a positive outcome.
Vinesh’s uncle Mahavir Phogat, who is also her coach, has stated that they will welcome her like a Gold Medalist when she returns to India on August 17. He also mentioned that they will try to persuade her to prepare for the 2028 Olympics and prepare Sangeeta Phogat and Ritu Phogat for the same.
The Journey of Vinesh Phogat
Vinesh Phogat is a renowned Indian wrestler who has made a name for herself in the international arena. She hails from a family of wrestlers and was trained by her uncle Mahavir Phogat, who is a former wrestler himself. Vinesh has won several medals in various international tournaments, including the Commonwealth Games and the Asian Games.
At the Paris Olympics, Vinesh was expected to perform well and bring home a medal for India. She put up a great fight in the women’s 50kg event and reached the final, where she faced off against Japan’s Yui Susaki. However, she lost the match and had to settle for the silver medal.
The Appeal and its Dismissal
After the match, Vinesh and her team filed an appeal with the CAS, claiming that the referee had made a wrong call during the match, which had cost Vinesh the gold medal. They presented video evidence to support their claim and hoped for a positive outcome.
However, the CAS dismissed the appeal, stating that the referee’s decision was final and could not be challenged. This decision has come as a blow to Vinesh and her supporters, who were hoping for a reversal of the decision.
The Response of Mahavir Phogat
Mahavir Phogat, who is also Vinesh’s uncle and coach, has responded to the dismissal of the appeal. He has stated that they will welcome Vinesh like a Gold Medalist when she returns to India on August 17. He also mentioned that they will try to persuade her to prepare for the 2028 Olympics and prepare Sangeeta Phogat and Ritu Phogat for the same.
This response shows the resilience and determination of Vinesh and her team. Despite the setback, they are not giving up and are already looking ahead to the next Olympics. This attitude is what makes Vinesh and her team true champions.
Conclusion
The dismissal of Vinesh Phogat’s appeal for the silver medal in the women’s 50kg event at the Paris Olympics has come as a disappointment for her and her supporters. However, the response of her uncle and coach Mahavir Phogat shows that they are not giving up and are already looking ahead to the next Olympics. This attitude is what makes Vinesh and her team true champions.