Vinesh Phogat Makes History: First Indian in Olympic Wrestling Final

Vinesh Phogat advanced to the final of the women's 50kg wrestling at the Paris Olympics, defeating Cuba's Yusneylis Guzman Lopez. This historic achievement marks her as the first Indian woman to reach an Olympic final in wrestling. Phogat has already secured India's fourth medal at these Games.

India's Vinesh Phogat dominated Cuba's Yusneylis Guzman Lopez in the women's 50kg wrestling semi-final at the Paris Olympics, advancing to the final and ensuring India's fourth medal at the Games. Phogat's remarkable performance makes her the first Indian woman to reach an Olympic wrestling final.

Phogat began with an aggressive strategy while Guzman Lopez maintained a strong defense initially. Lopez received a passivity warning, but Phogat capitalized on the opportunity, earning the first point of the bout. Maintaining a slender lead, Phogat eventually turned the match in her favor, securing a 5-0 victory and a spot in the final.

Earlier in the day, Phogat defeated Tokyo 2020 champion Yui Susaki of Japan in a dramatic 3-2 quarter-final win, handing Susaki her first international defeat in 82 matches. In the subsequent quarter-final, Phogat bested Ukraine's Oksana Livach 2-0, securing her place in the semi-final and ultimately making history for India.