Vinesh Phogat Disqualification from Paris Olympics 2024
- Reason for Disqualification: Vinesh Phogat was disqualified from the women’s 50kg freestyle wrestling final at the Paris Olympics 2024 due to failing to meet the weight requirements on the morning of the gold medal match ¹ ² ³ ⁴ ⁵.
- Weight Requirements: The rules state that wrestlers must meet the weight limit on both days of competition ³. Phogat had successfully made weight the previous day but was found to be a few grams over the limit on the day of the final ⁵.
- Consequences of Disqualification: Due to her disqualification, Phogat missed out on the opportunity to win gold and was ineligible for the silver medal ⁵. Her disqualification also led to changes in the medal matches, with Yusneylis Guzman Lopez moving into the final and Yui Susaki and Oksana Livach competing for bronze ².
- Reactions to Disqualification: The disqualification has been met with shock and disappointment, with Prime Minister Narendra Modi calling Phogat a “champion among champions” ⁵. Fellow wrestlers and athletes have also expressed their support and admiration for Phogat’s strength and determination ⁵.
