From Olympics Disqualification to Retirement: Vinesh Phogat's Journey
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Vinesh Phogat, who usually competes in the 53 kg category, had moved down to the 50 kg weight class for the Paris Games.
India's ace wrestler Vinesh Phogat has announced her retirement from the sport following her disqualification in the 50 kg freestyle wrestling final at the Paris 2024 Olympics. The 29-year-old athlete was disqualified for being 100 grams overweight hours before her gold medal bout in the 50 kg category on Wednesday.
Vinesh, who usually competes in the 53 kg category, had moved down to the 50 kg weight class for the Paris Games.
February 2024: Vinesh made her return to the wrestling mat by winning the national championship in the 55 kg category.
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