Vinesh Phogat
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Vinesh Phogat's Asian Games dream over after suffering defeat to Meenakshi Goyat in semi-final
Other Sports | May 30, 2026 17:35 ISTVinesh Phogat's bid to earn a place in India's Asian Games squad ended after a 6-4 semifinal defeat to Meenakshi Goyat in the women's 53kg trials. Earlier, Vinesh defeated Jyoti and Nishu before bowing out, while promising a return to the mat.
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WFI allows Vinesh Phogat to compete in 53kg category for Asian Games trails
Other Sports | May 30, 2026 10:06 ISTThe Wrestling Federation of India (WFI) told Vinesh Phogat that she could participate in the Asian Games trials only in the 50kg weight category. However, the wrestler objected and accused the federation of discrimination, following which the WFI allowed her to take part in the 53kg category.
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Vinesh Phogat given nod to participate in Asian Games trials by Supreme Court
Other Sports | May 29, 2026 14:36 ISTVinesh Phogat has been given the green light to participate in the Asian Games trials as the Supreme Court refused to stay with the Delhi High Court's order. The Supreme Court stated that Phogat and go ahead and compete in the trials.
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Delhi HC clears Vinesh Phogat for Asian Games trials after WFI initially denied
Other Sports | May 23, 2026 23:39 ISTThe Delhi High Court allowed Vinesh Phogat to participate in the Asian Games 2026 selection trials after criticising WFI’s policy on athletes returning from maternity breaks. SAI and IOA observers will oversee the trials process.
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Delhi high court slams WFI over Vinesh Phogat's 'ineligible' decision, asks for expert evaluation
Other Sports | May 22, 2026 14:49 ISTThe Delhi High Court came forward and came down heavily on the WFI (Wrestling Federation of India) for their decision to deem Indian wrestler Vinesh Phogat ineligible to compete. The centre asked for an expert committee to evaluate Vinesh Phogat's case as well.
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Sakshi Malik backs Vinesh Phogat after WFI denied entry; urges PM Modi, Sports Minister to intervene
Other Sports | May 12, 2026 15:04 ISTSakshi Malik backed Vinesh Phogat after the WFI denied her entry into the National Open Ranking Tournament in Gonda. The Olympic medallist urged PM Narendra Modi and the Sports Minister to intervene and allow Vinesh to compete again.
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Vinesh Phogat barred by WFI from competing in National Open Ranking Tournament
Other Sports | May 10, 2026 0:03 ISTIn a major blow, Indian wrestler Vinesh Phogat, who was all set to make her comeback in the National Open Raking Tournament after retiring in the Paris Olympics has been barred from entering the tournament by the WFI.
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Vinesh Phogat registers for Open Ranking event in Gonda after strong claims against WFI
Other Sports | April 28, 2026 19:07 ISTVinesh Phogat completed her registration for the Open Ranking tournament in Gonda a day after alleging WFI was blocking her return. The federation cited technical glitches, while the wrestler confirmed her entry and expressed excitement for her comeback.
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Vinesh Phogat reverses retirement, aims to make comeback in LA 2028 Olympics
Other Sports | December 12, 2025 12:37 ISTWrestler Vinesh Phogat, who stunningly made it to the final of the Paris Olympics last year, had announced her retirement following the disqualification over excess weight in her category. However, she has decided to reverse retirement now and has set her sights on LA 2028 Olympics.
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PM Modi urges innovation, celebrates 10 years of Digital India initiative | 01 July | Speed News
Originals | July 01, 2025 23:36 ISTPM Modi pushes for innovation as Digital India turns 10. Tribunal blames RCB for Bengaluru stampede, defends police. Wrestler Vinesh Phogat and husband Somvir Rathee welcome baby boy. Catch all top updates in today's Speed News.
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Wrestler Vinesh Phogat, husband Somvir Rathee become parents to a baby boy in Delhi
Other Sports | July 01, 2025 17:33 ISTEngaged in 2018, Vinesh Phogat and Somvir Rathee had announced their pregnancy in public in March earlier this year. Phogat retired from wrestling in August last year after the Paris Olympics heartbreak and since then, has joined politics for INC.
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Vinesh Phogat, wrestler-turned-politician, chooses Rs 4 crore after Haryana govt offers options
India | April 10, 2025 22:42 ISTThe government recently sought Vinesh's preference regarding the benefit which she wished to avail. During the Haryana Assembly's Budget Session in March, Phogat had reminded Saini of his promise to honour her like a medallist after she was disqualified for being overweight.
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Vinesh Phogat reacts to body-shaming comments on Rohit, says 'keep players away from politics'
Other Sports | March 07, 2025 13:49 ISTCongress spokesperson Shama Mohamed was on the receiving end earlier this week for body-shaming Rohit Sharma. Even though she clarified her stance on the matter later, she was criticised a lot. Vinesh Phogat has also reacted to the matter opining that players should be kept away from politics.
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Novak Djokovic's historic Olympic gold to Rafael Nadal's retirement, top 5 moments in sports in 2024
Other Sports | December 27, 2024 0:11 ISTNovak Djokovic failed to win a single ATP title in 2024 but stunned the sporting world by winning a gold medal in the men's singles event at the Paris Olympics. Rafael Nadal also rocked the sport by announcing his retirement in October 2024.
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Top 5 controversies that shook Indian sports in 2024
Other Sports | December 20, 2024 15:17 ISTOlympics, Paralympics, Men's T20 World Cup, Women's T20 World Cup, FIFA World Cup Qualifiers, Chess World Cup—Indian sports had a lot to look forward to in 2024. However, along with many highs, Indian sports witnessed quite a few controversies as well. Here, we list some of them.
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Yearender 2024: From Sunita Williams to Vinesh Phogat, women who made global headlines
World | December 19, 2024 23:35 ISTYear ender 2024: Sunita Williams is a retired Navy helicopter pilot and a former record holder for the most spacewalks by a woman. This year, she embarked on an eight-day mission to the International Space Station (ISS) aboard the Boeing Star.
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Vinesh Phogat most-searched personality on Google in India in 2024: Check complete list of Top 10
India | December 11, 2024 13:49 ISTAmong the top ten trending people on Google, the top five included of Vinesh Phogat, Bihar CM Nitish Kumar, Chirag Paswan, cricketer Hardik Pandya and Pawan Kalyan.
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Vinesh Phogat faces criticism as MLA, 'missing posters' in Jhulana go viral
Haryana | November 20, 2024 23:53 ISTCongress MLA and Olympian Vinesh Phogat finds herself in controversy as 'missing posters’ went viral in Jhulana. The posters, which alleged her absence from assembly sessions, have sparked political backlash and public debate.
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India TV Sports Wrap on November 5: Today's top 10 trending news stories
Other Sports | November 05, 2024 13:00 ISTAustralia huffed and puffed their way to a two-wicket win against Pakistan in the first ODI in Melbourne while Virat Kohli is celebrating his birthday on November 5, 2024, as the Indian batting stalwart turned 36 on Tuesday. Here's a look at the top 10 sports stories on November 5.
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Sexual assault case: Haryana Police probe against Jind SP after female constable’s letter surfaced
Haryana | October 28, 2024 9:55 ISTHaryana Police have initiated an inquiry into sexual harassment allegations against Jind SP Sumit Kumar after a female constable’s letter surfaced online. Wrestler-turned-politician Vinesh Phogat has called for punishment of the guilty parties.
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