Neeraj Chopra on Vinesh Phogat

Vinesh Phogat achieved a historic victory at the Paris 2024 Olympics by defeating Japan's Yui Susaki, who had an impressive record of 82 consecutive wins against non-Japanese opponents. Neeraj Chopra, who also qualified for the men's javelin final with a throw of 89.34m, expressed admiration for Vinesh's extraordinary performance, stating, 'To beat Susaki is unreal.' Vinesh's victory was not just a personal triumph but a significant milestone for Indian wrestling, given her previous setbacks in the Rio and Tokyo Olympics. Following her win over Susaki, Vinesh continued her momentum by defeating Ukraine's Oksana Livach, propelling her to the semifinals. Both athletes are now poised for potential medal wins, with Vinesh aiming for her first Olympic medal and Neeraj looking to defend his Olympic title. The support from fellow athletes highlights the resilience and determination of Indian sports figures amid challenges.