"She has won hearts…" Cricketing fraternity reacts to Vinesh Phogat getting disqualified at Paris Olympics 2024

Published at :August 7, 2024 at 5:59 PM

Modified at :August 7, 2024 at 5:59 PM

Vinesh Phogat was disqualified after being found overweight ahead of the gold medal bout on August 7.

In heartbreaking turn of events, Indian woman wrestler Vinesh Phogat was disqualified from the ongoing Paris Olympics 2024 after she was found overweight ahead of her gold medal match in the women’s 50 kg freestyle event on August 7.

In the ongoing Paris Olympics 2024, the 29-year-old Vinesh scripted history after becoming the first Indian woman to reach final of an Olympic wrestling event on Tuesday after she defeated Cuba’s Yusneylys Guzzman in the semi-final of the 50 kg category.

Phogat was slated to face USA’s Sarah Hildebrandt in the gold medal bout, but she was disqualified after being found overweight ahead of the crucial match on Wednesday.

According to the wrestling rules, if an athlete fails the weigh-in on either day of the competition (preliminaries, repêchage, and final rounds), he/she will be disqualified from the tournament.

In Phogat’s case, when she was weighed on the morning of her gold medal match, she weighed 100 grams more than the limit. Hence, she was disqualified and placed in the last rank. This means that she won’t return with any medal despite reaching the final.

The 29-year-old Phogat reached the final after winning three bouts on August 6. The star wrestler started her journey in the tournament by defeating defending Olympic champion Yui Susaki of Japan.

In the quarterfinal, Phogat crushed European champion Oksana Livach of Ukraine. In semis, she got the better of Yusneylis Guzman of Cuba.

However, the announcement of Phogat’s disqualification broke the hearts of Indians, who were left stunned.

The cricketing fraternity took to social media and offered their messages of strength and solidarity to the 29-year-old star wrestler.

Here’s how the cricketing fraternity reacted:

Nisha Dahiya and Vinesh Phogat, your courage and determination have inspired the entire nation.Nisha, fighting through injury with such spirit was truly remarkable. Vinesh, despite the heartbreak of disqualification, your incredible journey to the finals and victory against…
— Sachin Tendulkar (@sachin_rt) August 7, 2024

Heartbreaking for @Phogat_Vinesh. To put in the kind of work that she has in the last four years and what she’s been thru with her family too over the last couple of years. I hope and pray she has the support system to get thru this. Sending her the best energy and love!! So…
— Robbie Uthappa (@robbieuthappa) August 7, 2024

.@Phogat_Vinesh you are a champion for us! Nothing can justify or console you now, but India is very proud of you. Chin up!
— Anil Kumble (@anilkumble1074) August 7, 2024

Feeling heartbroken over #VineshPhogat's disqualification at #Paris2024. @Phogat_Vinesh, remember, you're a true champion no matter the outcome. You've ignited hope in countless young athletes. Stay strong.
— Yusuf Pathan (@iamyusufpathan) August 7, 2024

It’s heartbreaking for @Phogat_Vinesh and for all of us as we knew she was very close to get the Gold. You have made us proud🇮🇳 pic.twitter.com/p78ZYOeVzm
— Irfan Pathan (@IrfanPathan) August 7, 2024

I am disappointed by the turn of events for Vinesh Phogat. At this point we should all stand by her. She may not have won any medals this time but she has won our hearts #Phogat_Vinesh #phogatvinesh
— Amit Mishra (@MishiAmit) August 7, 2024

Heartbreaking 💔💔💔💔💔 to know that Vinesh is Disqualified for the Final match . @Phogat_Vinesh You are our pride. Keep ur chin up .. you are our Gold Medal 🙌🙌🙌🙌🙌 pic.twitter.com/Qd6NnZiFWe
— Harbhajan Turbanator (@harbhajan_singh) August 7, 2024

A few meters, seconds, or grams can mean the difference between a nation celebrating you or forgetting you in a week, making you a symbol of sympathy. Athletes don't need that ,they need respect. We must change our mindset towards sporting losses. #respect 🫶🏻
— Shreevats goswami (@shreevats1) August 7, 2024

Vinesh Phogat's disqualification from the Olympics is heartbreaking. Her hard work and dedication deserved better. Stay strong, champion.#olympics #Paris2024
— Mohammed Azharuddin (@azharflicks) August 7, 2024

Vinesh phOGat- you are the OG of wrestling 🔥🇮🇳you have already won a billion hearts and YOU ARE A CHAMP! Keep inspiring!Bounce back stronger 💪🏻@Phogat_Vinesh
— Mayank Agarwal (@mayankcricket) August 7, 2024

Heartbreaking 💔💔💔💔💔 to know that Vinesh is Disqualified for the Final match . @Phogat_Vinesh You are our pride. Keep ur chin up .. you are our Gold Medal 🙌🙌🙌🙌🙌 pic.twitter.com/Qd6NnZiFWe
— Harbhajan Turbanator (@harbhajan_singh) August 7, 2024

VIDEO | Paris Olympics 2024: "It is very unfortunate that she has been disqualified by a very small margin. Vinesh was very close to winning a gold medal. Everyone had high hopes from her. What happened was very disheartening?" says AAP MP Harbhajan Singh (@harbhajan_singh) on… pic.twitter.com/PS1BLKIrgz
— Press Trust of India (@PTI_News) August 7, 2024

This is soo heartbreaking 💔 But soo proud of you girl🙌🏻You are a true legend Respect 🫡 @Phogat_Vinesh #Paris2024 pic.twitter.com/DRH5RQL8n6
— Sneh Rana (@SnehRana15) August 7, 2024

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