Vinesh Phogat Retires, Joins Congress

Vinesh Phogat, a prominent Indian wrestler, recently retired from the sport after being disqualified from the 2024 Paris Olympics for being overweight by 100 grams. She has since joined the Congress party and is contesting in the Haryana Assembly elections from the Julana constituency. Her uncle and coach, Mahavir Phogat, expressed disappointment with her decision, believing she should have aimed for a gold medal at the 2028 Olympics instead. Vinesh's political move comes after leading a protest against former Wrestling Federation of India chief Brij Bhushan Sharan Singh. Despite her uncle's disapproval, Vinesh asserts confidence in her political journey.