Wrestling coach Mahavir Singh Phogat has publicly expressed his disappointment over niece Vinesh Phogat's decision to enter politics ahead of the Haryana Assembly elections, arguing that she should focus on winning a gold medal at the 2028 Olympics instead. Vinesh was disqualified from the 2024 Paris Olympics for being overweight by just 100 grams, which Mahavir believes has left the nation disheartened. He claims Vinesh had no prior intentions of joining politics, a sentiment echoed in his remarks about her unexpected candidacy with the Congress party. Mahavir is now directing his hopes toward his daughter Sangeeta Phogat, who he is preparing for the 2028 Games. Despite his reservations, Vinesh is determined to make her political mark, having been nominated for the Julana assembly seat. The internal family tensions reflect broader concerns regarding the impact of sports figures transitioning into political roles.