Indian wrestler Vinesh Phogat has been dropped from the Olympics due to being overweight. Disqualified from women's wrestling 50 kg. Giving this information, the Indian Olympic Association said that despite our efforts throughout the night, he has been disqualified.
On Wednesday morning his weight increased to a little more than 50 kilograms. According to the report, Vinesh Phogat could not maintain the 50 kg weight before the final match for the gold medal on Wednesday morning.
Weight was more than 100 grams
It is being told that Vinesh's weight has increased by 100 grams. According to the rules of the competition, Vinesh will not be eligible even for the silver medal. After this, only gold and bronze medals will be given in 50 kg category.
Tried to lose weight all night
Vinesh came to know about this only on Tuesday night. She spent the whole night trying everything possible to lose weight, including jogging, skipping and cycling. The Indian delegation demanded that Vinesh be given some more time, but their demand was not heard.
Had to compete with American wrestler in the final
Vinesh earlier fought in the 53 kg weight category. This is the first time that she is competing in 50 kg. Vinesh was to have a final match with American wrestler Sarah Ann Hilderbrandt for the gold medal on Wednesday night at around 10 pm.