PR Sreejesh Advocates for Vinesh Phogat's Medal Eligibility After Weight Controversy

Legendary Indian hockey goalkeeper PR Sreejesh supports wrestler Vinesh Phogat's appeal for a medal after she was disqualified for being 100 grams over weight in the women's 50kg final at the Paris Olympics. Sreejesh highlights the need for strict adherence to Olympic rules and hopes for a favorable verdict from CAS.

Legendary Indian men's hockey team goalkeeper PR Sreejesh strongly believes that Vinesh Phogat deserves a medal after she was disqualified for being just 100 grams overweight in the final of the women's 50kg wrestling competition in Paris.

The celebrated custodian, who retired after winning his second successive Olympic bronze, empathized with Vinesh, recognizing her historic achievement and the hardship she endured during the process. Vinesh had shocked world No. 1 Yui Susaki of Japan before her disqualification.

In response, Vinesh appealed to the Court of Arbitration for Sport (CAS) for a joint silver medal with Yusneylis Guzman Lopez. Sreejesh emphasized that Indian athletes should strictly adhere to Olympic rules to avoid such situations in the future. The verdict from CAS is expected soon, and Sreejesh hopes for a positive outcome for Vinesh.