Wrestler Vinesh Phogat was hospitalized on Wednesday, August 7, in Paris shortly after being disqualified from the women’s 50kg final at the Paris Olympics. Sources indicate that she fainted due to dehydration.
Vinesh Phogat faced disqualification because she was 150 grams over the weight limit during the weigh-in on the second day of the competition. She had been preparing for the Olympic gold medal match but missed the weigh-in due to her weight.
Following Indian wrestler Vinesh Phogat’s disqualification from the Paris Olympics 2024, Prime Minister Narendra Modi tweeted his support, calling her “a champion among champions” and a source of pride for India. Acknowledging the disappointment, Modi emphasized her resilience and determination, encouraging her to “come back stronger” and assuring her that the entire nation is behind her.
