Star Indian wrestler Vinesh Phogat saw her hopes of competing in the upcoming Asian Games dismantled on Saturday after suffering a surprising semifinal defeat to Meenakshi Goyat during the national selection trials in New Delhi. The loss marks a significant setback for the decorated athlete, who was aiming for a strong return to international competition…
The End of a Comeback Bid Indian wrestling icon Vinesh Phogat saw her immediate aspirations for the upcoming Asian Games come to a definitive end this week after suffering a defeat during the national selection trials. The veteran athlete, who had been preparing for a high-profile return to the mat, fell short in the qualifying…
WFI reverses its decision, clearing Olympian Vinesh Phogat to compete in the Asian Games trials after Supreme Court intervention.
The Wrestling Federation of India (WFI) has officially restricted star wrestler Vinesh Phogat to compete exclusively in the 50kg weight category during the upcoming Asian Games selection trials. This decision follows a period of intense legal and administrative uncertainty regarding the athlete’s participation, with the Supreme Court of India recently clearing the path for her…
Legal Battle Over Asian Games Eligibility The Wrestling Federation of India (WFI) has formally moved the Supreme Court to challenge a Delhi High Court order that cleared Olympic wrestler Vinesh Phogat for the 2026 Asian Games trials. This legal escalation marks a significant setback in the athlete’s attempted comeback, as the federation contests the judicial…
