Vinesh Phogat Disqualified Over Weight Limit

Vinesh Phogat, a prominent Indian wrestler, was disqualified from the women's 50kg freestyle event at the Paris 2024 Olympics for exceeding the weight limit by just 100 grams. Despite undergoing extreme measures to cut weight, including cutting her hair and intense sauna sessions, she failed to meet the required weight on the morning of her gold medal match. The Indian Olympic Committee expressed deep disappointment and shock over the incident, emphasizing the extreme efforts made by Phogat to qualify. Prime Minister Narendra Modi also expressed his despair and called her a 'champion among champions.' The wrestling community criticized the support staff for failing to manage her weight effectively, while the Indian team has filed an appeal against the disqualification. Phogat's situation highlights the intense pressures athletes face regarding weight management in competitive sports.