Varnam Malaysia
  • Home
  • News
  • Celebrity
  • Reviews
  • Features
  • Music
  • Trailers
  • Culture
No Result
View All Result
Varnam Malaysia
  • Home
  • News
  • Celebrity
  • Reviews
  • Features
  • Music
  • Trailers
  • Culture
No Result
View All Result
Varnam Malaysia
No Result
View All Result
Home Sports

Vinesh Phogat Retires From Wrestling After Paris Olympic Disqualification

by Shivashangkari Chandran
August 8, 2024
Image Source: ABC

Image Source: ABC

Share on FacebookShare on TwitterSend

In a poignant turn of events, Indian wrestling star Vinesh Phogat has announced her retirement from the sport following a devastating end to her Paris Olympics campaign. Vinesh, who was on the edge of making history, faced an unexpected disqualification that led to her emotional decision. 

A Journey of Triumphs and Trials

Vinesh Phogat’s journey in the Paris Olympics was nothing short of remarkable. Competing in the women’s 50kg weight category, she displayed exceptional prowess, defeating some of the world’s top wrestlers. She overcame defending Olympic champion Yui Susaki of Japan, former European champion Oksana Livach of Ukraine, and reigning Pan American Games champion Yusneylys Guzman of Cuba to reach the final.

Her path to the final was a testament to her skill and determination, setting her up to become the first Indian woman to compete in an Olympic wrestling final. However, her dream was abruptly shattered on the morning of the gold medal bout against the USA’s Sarah Hildebrandt.

Despite her best efforts to make weight for the final, Vinesh fell short by a mere 100 grams. She had resorted to extreme measures, including starving herself for a week and spending countless hours in the sauna, to cut down to her competition weight. Unfortunately, these efforts led to severe dehydration, necessitating medical attention at the Olympic Village polyclinic.

"Goodbye, Wrestling": Vinesh Phogat Says Retiring Day After Olympics Shock
Image Source: NDTV

The official weigh-in revealed her slight overweight condition, leading to her disqualification and a heartbreaking end to her Olympic journey. The gold medal bout saw Cuba’s Yusneylys Guzman Lopez stepping in for Vinesh, with Sarah Hildebrandt ultimately securing a 3-0 victory to take the gold.

A Heartfelt Farewell

Following this crushing disappointment, Vinesh Phogat took to social media to announce her retirement from wrestling. In an emotional post on X (formerly Twitter), she expressed her heartbreak and gratitude to the sport and her supporters.

Wrestling won and I lost. My dreams are shattered. I don’t have any more strength, Goodbye wrestling 2001-2024. I will always be indebted to you all. I am sorry.

Vinesh, who will turn 30 later this month, leaves behind a legacy of resilience and excellence. Her journey in wrestling has been filled with significant achievements, and her retirement marks the end of an era for Indian wrestling.

Vinesh Phogat’s career has been inspirational, demonstrating the heights of dedication and perseverance. Her contributions to Indian wrestling have paved the way for future generations, and her story will continue to inspire young athletes.

As Vinesh steps away from the sport, her fans and the wrestling community honor her incredible journey and the indomitable spirit she has shown throughout her career. While her Olympic dream may have been cut short, her legacy as one of India’s greatest wrestlers will endure.

Sources: Paris Olympic , Reuters

Follow us on Instagram, Facebook or Telegram for more updates and breaking news. 

Filed Under Paris Olympics 2024Team IndiaVinesh PhogatWrestler
https://lomp.at/n7enk
Share3Tweet2Send

YOU MIGHT ALSO LIKE

Image Source: FMT
Sports

Sivasangari Shines Bright: Malaysian Squash Star Reaches Career-High World No.6

by Shivashangkari Chandran
October 21, 2025

Malaysian squash ace S.Sivasangari Subramaniam has reached a new milestone, climbing two rungs to a career-high world No.6 in the...

Read more
Image Source: NST
Sports

Pearly-Thinaah Fall Short Against Japanese Duo at Denmark Open

Malaysia’s top women’s doubles duo, Pearly Tan and M. Thinaah, saw their Denmark Open dream come to an end after...

Read more
by Kavitha
October 17, 2025
Image Source: Malay Mail
Sports

Pearly-Thinaah Off to a Strong Start at Denmark Open

Malaysia's top women doubles pair, Thinaah Muralitharan and Pearly Tan, continued their winning streak as they cruised into the second...

Read more
by Kavitha
October 16, 2025
Image Source: The Vibes
Sports

Sivasangari Advances to Silicon Valley Open Semi-Finals

Malaysia’s squash sensation S.Sivasangari continued her fine run of form by storming into the semi-finals of the US$130,500 Silicon Valley...

Read more
by Shivashangkari Chandran
October 15, 2025
Image Source: NST
Sports

Sivasangari Storms into Silicon Valley Open-Quarter Finals

Malaysia’s squash ace S.Sivasangari continued her impressive form on the international stage, cruising into the quarter-finals of the US130,500 Silicon...

Read more
by Shivashangkari Chandran
October 14, 2025
Image Source: Thinaah Instagram
Sports

Pearly and Thinaah Create History with Arctic Open Triumph

Malaysia’s top women’s doubles shuttlers, Pearly Tan and M.Thinaah made history once again after clinching the Arctic Open 2025 title...

Read more
by Shivashangkari Chandran
October 13, 2025
Image Source: NST
Sports

Pearly and Thinaah Storm Into Arctic Open Quarter-Finals

Malaysia’s women’s doubles shuttlers Pearly Tan and M.Thinaah continued their impressive form at the Arctic Open in Vantaa, Finland, cruising...

Read more
by Shivashangkari Chandran
October 10, 2025
Image Source: BERNAMA
Sports

Thinaah and Pearly Advance Round of 16 at Arctic Open 2025

Malaysia’s badminton aces, Thinaah Muralitharan and Pearly Tan, have advanced to the Round of 16 at the Arctic Open 2025 after...

Read more
by Kavitha
October 8, 2025
Image Source: NST
Sports

Sharmendran Sees K1 Series A as a Platform to Prepare Athletes for SEA Games

National Team Head Coach R. Sharmendran described the Karate 1 (K1) Series A as a crucial platform to evaluate his...

Read more
by Kavitha
October 7, 2025
Image Source: The Vibe
Sports

Malaysian Ace Sivasangari’s Run Ends in Qatar Classic Quarterfinals

Renowned Malaysian squash ace S. Sivasangari saw her impressive run at the Qatar Classic 2025 come to an end after...

Read more
by Kavitha
October 3, 2025
Load More

TRENDING

  1. 1

    Light Up Your Deepavali At The Exchange TRX’s Art Of Radiance Celebration

  2. 2

    The Origins Of The Indian Oil Bath Tradition On Deepavali Morning

  3. 3

    Penang CM Announces New Land Allocation for Rajaji Tamil School

  4. 4

    “Dharma MADANI” Programme: RM20,000 Aid for 1,000 Hindu Temples

  5. 5

    Deepavali 2025 Ads That Warm the Heart and Remind Us What the Festival Truly Means

  • Advertise With Us
  • Jobs
  • Contact Us
  • Privacy Policy

© 2025 Vijandren Ramadass. All Rights Reserved.

No Result
View All Result
  • Home
  • News
  • Celebrity
  • Reviews
  • Features
  • Music
  • Trailers
  • Culture

© 2025 Vijandren Ramadass. All Rights Reserved.

No Result
View All Result
  • Home
  • News
  • Celebrity
  • Reviews
  • Features
  • Music
  • Trailers
  • Culture

© 2025 Vijandren Ramadass. All Rights Reserved.