Shock and Disappointment: Vinesh Phogat Disqualified from Paris Olympics

IOA President PT Usha has expressed her shock and disappointment over wrestler Vinesh Phogat's disqualification from the 50kg final at the Paris Olympics. The Wrestling Federation of India has filed an appeal to reconsider the decision. Vinesh was found 100 grams over her weight category.

Indian Olympic Association (IOA) president PT Usha on Wednesday expressed her shock and disappointment at wrestler Vinesh Phogat's disqualification from the final of the 50kg event at the Paris Olympics. The Wrestling Federation of India has filed an appeal to the United World Wrestling (UWW) to reconsider the decision. Usha assured Phogat of the complete support of IOA and the government.

Phogat was set to compete against the United States' Sarah Ann Hildebrandt in the gold medal match. Usha said in a video from the IOA, "I am shocked and disappointed at the disqualification of Vinesh from the Olympic Games Women's Wrestling 50kg class competition. I met Vinesh at the Olympic Village Polyclinic and assured her of the complete support of the Indian Olympic Association, the Government of India, and the whole country." She emphasized the medical and emotional support provided to Phogat.

Chief Medical Officer Dr. Dinshaw Pardiwala explained that despite vigorous efforts by Phogat and her team, she was found 100 grams over her weight category. Union Sports Minister Mansukh Mandaviya confirmed that Prime Minister Narendra Modi had instructed IOA President PT Usha to take necessary action. A statement from the Indian Olympic contingent requested privacy for Phogat and focused on ongoing competitions.