- Vinesh Phogat’s Retirement: Indian wrestler Vinesh Phogat announced her retirement after being disqualified from the Paris Olympics for being 100 grams overweight during the weigh-in for her gold medal match1.
- Emotional Message: Vinesh shared an emotional message on social media, expressing her heartbreak and disappointment2.
- Appeal for Silver Medal: Vinesh appealed to the Court of Arbitration for Sport (CAS) to be awarded a joint silver medal34.
- Support and Reactions: Indian Olympic Association President PT Usha and others expressed their shock and disappointment over the disqualification5.