Indian female wrestler Vinesh Phogat has been disqualified from the Paris Olympics. Today she was to play the final match for the gold medal, but before that Vinesh was disqualified for being overweight in the 50 kg weight category. Wrestling Federation of India (WFI) President Sanjay Singh has given a statement on this issue.
Speaking to the agency, Sanjay Singh said, ‘The Government of India had provided Vinesh with a personal coach, personal physio and personal nutritionist. All the people are with her in the sports village. She fought for two days and her weight was the same. But how did her weight suddenly increase overnight, only her nutritionist will be able to answer this.’
‘It is the misfortune of the country that Vinesh got disqualified’
WFI chief Sanjay Singh further said, ‘Vinesh reached the final after wrestling so well, but it is our country’s misfortune that she was disqualified due to being 100 grams overweight. WFI is looking into its legal aspect. PT Usha has reached the sports village. We are considering the future strategy.’
Vinesh is absolutely fit, she is taking rest
When the Wrestling Federation of India chief was questioned about Vinesh’s ill health after she was disqualified, he said, ‘Vinesh had worked hard to lose weight at night. That’s why she suffered from slight dehydration. But now she is absolutely fit and is resting.’
The gold medal event was to be held today
Let us tell you that 29-year-old Vinesh has been disqualified in 50 kg wrestling, when Vinesh’s weight was found to be a little high, she also tried to reduce it. The gold medal event was to be held today (7 August), but before that Vinesh’s weight was found to be more. After Vinesh Phogat was disqualified in the Paris Olympics, it was told that her weight did not match 50 kg.
Prime Minister Modi also tweeted
Prime Minister Narendra Modi has also tweeted on Vinesh Phogat’s disqualification. He tweeted, ‘Vinesh, you are a champion among champions! You are the pride of India and an inspiration to every Indian. Today’s failure hurts. I wish I could express in words the disappointment I am feeling. At the same time, I know that you are the epitome of resilience. Facing challenges has always been your nature. Come back stronger! We are all praying for you.’
Source (PTI) (NDTV) (HINDUSTANTIMES)