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"Just wanted to fight, did not look at the result": Meenakshi Goyat on beating Vinesh Phogat in selection trials

During the trials, the 53 kg division attracted a lot of eyeballs and emerged as the biggest highlight of the day as Meenakshi defeated Vinesh 6-4 in the semifinals in the biggest upset of the day, but later Antim Panghal edged past Meenakshi 3-2 in the final.

The Economic Times

How Vinesh Phogat lost the bout but won the fight

Although she faced setback at the Asian Games selection trials, Vinesh Phogat has embraced this moment as a triumph of resilience. She has been vocal about her experiences with discrimination from wrestling officials, using her platform to stand up to the people in power.

The Economic Times

'Main wapas aaugi is mat pe': Vinesh Phogat vows comeback after loss in Asian Games 2026 qualification match

Vinesh Phogat will return to wrestling after missing the Asian Games 2026. She lost a close semi-final bout in the selection trials. Phogat stated she fought against a system and was not given a fair chance. She was allowed to compete after court intervention. The wrestler plans to continue training…

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Olympian Vinesh Phogat wins second bout in Asian Games selection trial

Vinesh Phogat began her Asian Games selection trials with a dominant win. The Wrestling Federation of India reversed its decision, allowing Vinesh to compete in the 53kg category. This followed a controversy and a High Court directive. Antim Panghal also made a swift winning start. The trials determine representation at…

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Vinesh Phogat gets WFI nod to compete in 53 kg at Asian Games trials

Wrestler Vinesh Phogat's entry in the women's 53kg category for the Asian Games selection trials has been accepted by the WFI, following a Supreme Court decision. This clears the Olympian to compete after a disqualification at the Paris Olympics and a maternity break, despite earlier eligibility concerns.

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Supreme Court allows Vinesh Phogat to participate in Asian Games 2026 trials

The Supreme Court has recently approved wrestler Vinesh Phogat's participation in the Asian Games 2026 selection trials, overturning a challenge posed by the Wrestling Federation of India against a Delhi High Court's ruling.

The Economic Times

WFI moves SC against HC order allowing Vinesh Phogat to participate in Asian Games selection trials

The Wrestling Federation of India has approached the Supreme Court. This follows a Delhi High Court decision permitting grappler Vinesh Phogat to join Asian Games 2026 selection trials. The High Court cited the federation's policy as exclusionary for athletes returning from maternity leave. The federation's plea will be heard on…

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Vinesh Phogat case: Delhi HC pulls up Wrestling Federation of India, asks govt for expert panel to evaluate her case

The court asked the Centre to form an expert committee to evaluate the case of Vinesh Phogat and ordered that her participation in upcoming Asian Games selection trials be ensured.

The Economic Times

No relief from HC for wrestler Vinesh Phogat for participating in May 30 trials for Asia Games

The Delhi High Court has denied wrestler Vinesh Phogat immediate permission to compete in Asian Games selection trials. The court asked the Wrestling Federation of India to finalize a show cause notice issued to Phogat regarding indiscipline and anti-doping rule violations. Phogat was declared ineligible by WFI. The court will…

The Economic Times

'Her focus shifted to politics': WFI President alleges Vinesh Phogat is backed by 'Congress'

Wrestling Federation of India (WFI) President Sanjay Singh on Sunday accused Vinesh Phogat of politicising wrestling and alleged that she is backed by the "Indian National Congress" to further her political ambitions.

The Economic Times

Phogat wins Julana bout in Haryana polls

The wrestler defeated BJP candidate Yogesh Kumar by a margin of 6,015 votes in her first election. Read further on Dynamite News:

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Two months since Olympic bronze, Swapnil Kusale awaits govt recognition

PUNE/KOLHAPUR: It's been over two months since Swapnil Kusale won a bronze medal at Paris Olympics, but the shooting champion says he is yet to hear officially about any reward from state govt.

The Times of India

Haryana Assembly Polls: "Vote for party that fought for women's rights

After casting her vote in the Haryana elections, Congress candidate from Julana Assembly Constituency Vinesh Phogat. Read further on Dynamite News:

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'Vinesh Phogat ne ek Olympic medal ka nuksaan karvaya'

Former India wrestler and 2012 Olympic bronze medallist Yogeshwar Dutt lashed out at Vinesh Phogat for costing India an Olympic medal and portraying a wrong image in front of the country instead of apologizing after her disqualification at the Paris Games.

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Haryana polls: Will Vinesh Phogat end Congress’s losing streak in Julana?

Olympian Vinesh Phogat, who recently entered the political arena, is gearing to contest the Haryana assembly polls on a Congress ticket from Julana. The Congress party has recorded defeat on the Jat-dominated seat in the last three assembly elections and has won here only four times since 1967.

The Times of India

Vinesh Phogat backed out? Lawyer Harish Salve reveals what happened after CAS verdict on Paris Olympics controversy

Former India wrestler Vinesh Phogat recently blamed Indian Olympic Association (IOA) and its president, PT Usha, for not offering her support and playing politics at the Paris Olympics after she was disqualified on the morning of her gold-medal match. However, top lawyer Harish Salve, has revealed that Vinesh didn't want…

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Vinesh Phogat owns three cars, repaying a loan, has Rs 1,95,000 cash in hand

Vinesh Phogat, the former Indian wrestler who came back from the Paris Olympics heartbroken after being disqualified, joined the Congress party soon after her return to make her debut in politics.

The Times of India

'Kiske liye wrestling karu!' Vinesh Phogat lashes out at PT Usha, accuses IOA president of doing politics at Paris Olympics

Vinesh Phogat returned heartbroken from the Paris Olympics after being denied a medal following a failed weigh-in ahead of her gold-medal match. More than a month after that episode, which also forced Vinesh to announce her retirement from the sport, she joined Congress to launch her career in politics.

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Vinesh should have played LA Olympics: Mahavir Phogat

NEW DELHI: Mahavir Singh Phogat, the uncle of Vinesh Phogat and a former wrestling coach, stated that since Vinesh entered politics, his daughter Sangeeta Phogat will now carry on his dream because he has already started preparing her for the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics.

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Northern Railway accepts resignation of Vinesh Phogat & Bajrang Punia

The Northern Railway on Monday accepted the resignations of wrestlers and Congress leaders Vinesh Phogat and Bajrang Punia Read further on Dynamite News:

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Wrestlers Vinesh, Bajrang may contest Haryana polls; Meet Rahul Gandhi

Polling in Haryana will be held on October 5. Votes will be counted on October 8. Read further on Dynamite News:

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Vinesh Phogat extends support to farmers' protest at Shambhu border

Phogat refused to be drawn into speculation about her entering the political arena and had "nothing to do with upcoming state assembly polls." Read further on Dynamite News:

The Times of India

Watch: Vinesh Phogat visits Golden Temple, prays to Waheguru to give her 'strength'

NEW DELHI: Ace wrestler Vinesh Phogat prayed to Waheguru for strength while paying respects at the Golden Temple on Friday.

The Times of India

Vinesh Phogat may contest Haryana Assembly polls against cousin Babita: Sources

NEW DELHI: Ace wrestler Vinesh Phogat is probably going to run in the next Haryana Assembly polls, people close to her informed IANS on Tuesday.

The Times of India

Haryana khaps to award 'gold medal' to Vinesh Phogat: Report

In another display of their support to Vinesh Phogat, the khap panchanyats have decided to award the wrestler with a 'gold medal' after she returned home from the Paris Olympics with a heartbreaking end to her campaign.

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