Paris Olympics 2024: Indian wrestler Vinesh Phogat bravely addressed her disqualification from the Paris Olympics after missing the weight limit by just 100 grams in the womens 50kg category on Wednesday. Despite the heartbreaking outcome, Vinesh remained composed when she spoke to Indian coaches Virender Dahiya and Manjeet Rani. The disqualification came as a shock, especially after her stunning victory over world number one and defending champion Yui Susaki in the opening round.Vineshs resilience amidst disappointmentAs the nation anticipated celebrating Vineshs assured silver medal, her disqualification due to a failed second weigh-in sent ripples through the wrestling community. Its hard luck that we missed the medal, but it is part of the game, Vinesh told her coaches, displaying remarkable resilience. Several Indian Olympic Association (IOA) officials also met with her to offer support during this challenging time.More setbacks for Indian wrestlingThe day also saw further disappointment for Indian wrestling when Antim Panghal exited in the first round of the womens 53kg category, losing by technical superiority. Coach Dahiya noted that Panghal just could not play her game and seemed off her element.Vineshs historic run ends abruptlyVinesh had made history by becoming the first Indian woman wrestler to reach the gold medal bout in her category. Unfortunately, her hopes of returning with a medal were dashed when she was disqualified for being overweight by 100 grams. This turn of events occurred just hours after she had come close to securing an unparalleled gold.Earlier in the day, Vinesh had to be taken to the polyclinic in the Games village due to severe dehydration. She was found overweight by 100 grams this morning. The rules do not allow this, and she has been disqualified, an Indian coach confirmed.Focus on futureThe Indian Olympic Association requested privacy for Vinesh, who was participating in her third Olympics. It is with regret that the Indian contingent shares news of the disqualification of Vinesh Phogat from the womens Wrestling 50kg class, the IOA stated. Despite the teams best efforts through the night, she weighed in a few grams over 50kg this morning.The IOA urged everyone to respect Vineshs privacy and emphasized the need to focus on the ongoing competition.
