Vinesh Phogat

Wrestler vinesh phogat was permitted to compete in the 53kg category at the Asian Games trials after the WFI reversed its earlier decision. This came after a dramatic weigh-in and intervention by WFI president Sanjay Singh, allowing Phogat to contend for a spot in the prestigious event.

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The Delhi high court has strongly criticized the Wrestling Federation of India for declaring vinesh phogat ineligible for domestic events. The court urged the Centre to form an expert committee to assess Phogat's status and ensure her participation in Asian Games trials, emphasizing the protection of athletes and the sport's larger interest.

The Supreme Court permitted vinesh phogat to compete in the 2026 Asian Games selection trials, while criticizing the Delhi High Court's handling of the case. However, the court questioned the wrestler for missing a mandatory doping test, emphasizing the importance of adhering to rules despite her significant contributions to Indian sports.

Wrestler vinesh phogat's participation in Asian Games trials is confirmed by courts, but her weight category remains a dispute. While Phogat desires to compete in 53kg, the WFI insists on 50kg, citing her "Iconic Athlete" status linked to her previous 50kg Olympic campaign. The final decision on her category is pending.

It is “necessary” that vinesh phogat be allowed to participate in the upcoming Asian Games selection trials, the Delhi high court said in its order made public on Saturday.

The defeat ended Vinesh's campaign after an eventful day in which she had first secured permission to compete in the 53kg category and then battled her way into the last four.

The Delhi high court’s order came after the Wrestling Federation of India (WFI) had declared Vinesh ineligible for domestic events till June 26. Babita, herself a former wrestler, said the court’s decision was correct.

Olympian vinesh phogat faces a new challenge as the Wrestling Federation of India (WFI) appeals to the Supreme Court, questioning her eligibility for the 2026 Asian Games trials. The WFI argues the Delhi High Court order allowing her participation was premature, citing retirement and missed test allegations. The federation insists selection is merit-based, not on special exemptions.

Delhi High Court has permitted star wrestler vinesh phogat to compete in Asian Games trials, criticizing the Wrestling Federation of India's rigid policy that penalizes athletes returning from maternity leave. The court emphasized fairness, allowing Phogat's participation and ordering transparent, supervised selection proceedings to uphold the sport's integrity and justice.

vinesh phogat will be allowed to compete in wrestling trials after the court order, with the Wrestling Federation of India deciding not to challenge it. However, her Asian Games participation remains uncertain because her name is missing from the official athletes’ list already submitted. Even if she wins trials, approval from international authorities may still be required.

The Delhi High Court strongly criticized the Wrestling Federation of India (WFI) for its stance on vinesh phogat's Olympic 2024 disqualification, calling it a "national shame." The court vowed to ensure Phogat's participation in upcoming Asian Games trials, deeming WFI's selection policy "absolutely retrograde" and potentially discriminatory.

Star wrestler vinesh phogat has accused the Wrestling Federation of India (WFI) of conspiring to force her out of the sport. Phogat insists she is eligible to return to competitive wrestling, refuting WFI claims about notice periods and rule violations. The WFI, however, maintains she cannot compete until disciplinary proceedings are concluded.

The Delhi High Court strongly criticised the Wrestling Federation of India for deeming vinesh phogat ineligible, suspecting rule changes targeted her post-maternity break. The court questioned the federation's actions, emphasising motherhood shouldn't disadvantage athletes, and directed the Centre to form an expert panel to assess her fitness for the Asian Games trials, ensuring her participation.

The celebrated wrestler's attempted comeback has run into a fresh WFI roadblock, reviving questions over wrestling’s rules, disciplinary action, anti-doping procedures and the bitter politics that have followed the 2023 wrestlers’ protest

Former WFI president Brij Bhushan Sharan Singh stated that vinesh phogat's participation in wrestling trials is under the current WFI administration's purview. He defended his tenure, asserting the WFI never barred athletes without valid reasons. Phogat was declared ineligible by the WFI until 2026 due to ongoing disciplinary proceedings, a decision she disputes, citing international clearance.

According to messages accessed by TOI, UWW president Nenad Lalovic informed the WFI that, as the national federation, it was well within its rights to seek explanations from Vinesh and take any action it deemed appropriate after reviewing her response to the show-cause notice issued last Saturday.

Wrestler vinesh phogat was denied entry to a domestic tournament in Gonda, Uttar Pradesh, her planned comeback event. Citing pending disciplinary proceedings and a notice she hadn't responded to, the Wrestling Federation of India (WFI) declared her suspended. Phogat, who accused former WFI chief Brij Bhushan Sharan Singh of sexual harassment, claims this is a conspiracy to force her retirement.

Olympic medallist Sakshi Malik has backed vinesh phogat in her dispute with the Wrestling Federation of India over returning from retirement. Sakshi urged Prime Minister Narendra Modi and sports minister Mansukh Mandaviya to intervene, saying many countries support athletes after motherhood. Vinesh, now a Congress MLA and mother of a 10-month-old, is challenging WFI’s six-month comeback rule.

Women Wrestlers At Meet Say Legend Dealt Unfair Hand, Others Swear By The Rules; Sakshi Says Phogat’s Return After Motherhood Should Have Been Celebrated

Wrestler vinesh phogat has formally responded to the Wrestling Federation of India's notice. She asserts her eligibility to return to competitive wrestling from January 1, 2026. Phogat claims she has official confirmation from the International Testing Agency. She intends to compete in the ongoing Senior Open Ranking Tournament. Phogat denies anti-doping rule violations and allegations regarding selection trials.