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Vinesh Phogat

Congress (Julana)

Vinesh Phogat is a former wrestler and Congress candidate from Haryana's Julana constituency. Phogat won three back-to-back gold medals at the 2014, 2018, and 2022 Commonwealth Games (CWG). She won the gold medal in the 2018 Asian Games. She defeated Yui Susaki, the reigning Olympic champion, in the 2024 Paris Olympics to become the first international wrestler and the first Indian woman wrestler to make it to the Olympic final. However, on the second day of her competition, she weighed 100 grams more than the allowed limit and was disqualified. She announced her retirement after her disqualification. She is facing Bharatiya Janata Party's (BJP) Captain Yogesh Bairagi and Aam Aadmi Party's (AAP) Kavita Dalal in Julana in the 2024 Haryana Assembly polls.

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Aaj Ki Baat: Congress's two new wrestlers—Will they secure Haryana elections?

Aaj Ki Baat | Sep 06, 2024, 10:41 PM IST

Wrestlers Vinesh Phogat and Bajrang Punia have now entered the political arena. Today, both Vinesh and Bajrang joined Congress. Vinesh will contest from the Julana seat in Jind on a Congress ticket. However, it remains unclear whether Bajrang Punia will contest or from which seat. Rumour has it that

Vinesh Phogat joins Congress ahead of Haryana polls, says 'Ready to fight from sadak to sansad'

Sep 06, 2024, 09:40 PM IST

Ahead of the Haryana Assembly elections, Vinesh Phogat and Bajrang Punia joined the Congress party on Friday in the presence of the party's general secretary KC Venugopal, Haryana Congress chief Udai Bhan and AICC in-charge of Haryana, Deepak Babaria.

Vinesh Phogat's Entry Into Politics: Could It Alter the Course of the Haryana Elections?

News | Sep 05, 2024, 03:57 PM IST

The Haryana Assembly elections, scheduled for October 5, are shaping up to be highly contentious. One of the most intriguing developments is the speculation surrounding wrestler Vinesh Phogat's potential entry into state politics. So how will Vinesh's entry affect polls in Haryana? Watch the video t

Farmers mark 200 days of protest at shambhu border, Vinesh Phogat joins

News | Aug 31, 2024, 03:51 PM IST

To commemorate 200 days of their continuous protest, farmers assembled in significant numbers at the Shambhu, Khanauri, and Ratanpura borders near the national capital. The gathering saw Olympian Vinesh Phogat joining the farmer leaders on stage.

Greg Barclay opts out of third term, all eyes on BCCI Secretary Jay Shah | 21st Aug | Sports Wrap

News | Aug 21, 2024, 06:27 PM IST

Southern Brave defeated Birmingham Phoenix in the Eliminator of the Hundred in the first Super Five of the tournament's history. Chirs Jordan and Jofra Archer helped the Brave edge past the Phoenix side in the knockout clash.

Virat Kohli completes 16 years in International cricket | SA VS WI Test |18th Aug | Sports Wrap

News | Aug 18, 2024, 06:43 PM IST

Southern Brave defeated Birmingham Phoenix in the Eliminator of the Hundred in the first Super Five of the tournament's history. Chirs Jordan and Jofra Archer helped the Brave edge past the Phoenix side in the knockout clash.Watch to know more!

Paris Olympics 2024: Vinesh Phogat on Olympic Disappointment Pain, says 'Healing time is uncertain'

Sports | Aug 18, 2024, 06:45 PM IST

Indian Wrestler Vinesh Phogat arrived at her native village Balali in Haryana on August 18. While addressing the media, she said that the Olympic medal has become a deep wound for her. She further went on to say that healing time is uncertain. watch to know more!

Wrestler Vinesh Phogat is in tears as she receives grand welcome at Delhi Airport

News | Aug 17, 2024, 06:38 PM IST

Wrestler Vinesh Phogat arrived at Delhi's IGI Airport from Paris after the Olympics on August 17. She received a grand welcome from her family and supporters. Congress MP Deepender Hooda and others welcome her at the airport. Watch to know more!

ECB pulls out Gus Atkinson from Hundred final ahead of ENG vs SL Tests | 17th Aug | Sports Wrap

News | Aug 17, 2024, 06:36 PM IST

West Indies are hosting South Africa in the second Test of the ongoing series at home. The Proteas have taken the advantage after Day 2 of the Test match in Providence. Meanwhile, Indian wrestler Vinesh Phogat returns back home after the Paris Olympics 2024.

India to host 2036 Olympics, CAS dismisses Vinesh's plea for shared silver | 15th Aug | Sports Wrap

News | Aug 15, 2024, 02:29 PM IST

West Indies will take on South Africa in the second and final Test of the two-match series on Thursday, August 15. CAS has dismissed Vinesh Phogat's plea for a shared silver at the Paris Olympics. All of that and much more in today's sports wrap.

Vinesh Phogat's plea rejected by CAS: National wrestling coach Virendra Dahiya reacts

News | Aug 15, 2024, 08:36 AM IST

National Wrestling coach Virendra Dahiya believes that Vinesh Phogat at least deserved a silver medal after the Court of Arbitration for Sport (CAS) dismissed her appeal for the silver medal in the women's 50kg event at the Paris Olympics.

CAS extends decision on Vinesh Phogat's plea till August 16 | 14th Aug | Sports Wrap

News | Aug 14, 2024, 07:21 PM IST

The ad-hoc division of the Court of Arbitration of Sport, which was expected to announce its final verdict on August 13, has sought a further extension of three days. The decision will now be announced on August 16 at 9:30 PM IST. watch to know more!

Vinesh Phogat's disqualification row: CAS to announce verdict today

Sports | Aug 13, 2024, 02:25 PM IST

Pat Cummins has expressed his desire to play in the Sheffield Shield in the lead-up to the Border-Gavaskar Trophy. On the other hand, the Court of Arbitration for Sport (CAS) is likely to announce its verdict on Vinesh Phogat on Tuesday. All of that and much more in today's sports wrap.

IOC President Thomas Bach on Vinesh Phogat's appeal for silver medal: We will follow CAS' decision

Sports | Aug 10, 2024, 08:36 PM IST

Speaking about Indian wrestler Vinesh Phogat and if two silver medals can be given in one weight category, President of the International Olympic Committee, Thomas Bach, says, "If you ask generally about having two silver medals in one category, then my answer is no."Watch to know more!

Olympics 2024: Vinesh Phogat's silver Medal dispute heads to CAS

Sports | Aug 10, 2024, 08:05 PM IST

Wrestler Vinesh Phogat could not win a medal even after reaching the final in Paris Olympics 2024. Phogat was declared ineligible due to being 100 grams overweight. After this Vinesh appealed to CAS and now the decision is going to come soon whether Vinesh will get the medal or not.

Olympics 2024: Will CAS confirm Vinesh Phogat's Silver medal from Paris Olympics 2024?

Sports | Aug 09, 2024, 10:32 PM IST

Wrestler Vinesh Phogat, despite reaching the final at the Paris Olympics 2024, did not secure a medal due to being 100 grams overweight. Following this, Phogat appealed to CAS, and a decision on whether she will be awarded the medal is expected soon.

Phogat's Disqualification: Sr Advocate Rahul Mehra on Vinesh's plea against her disqualification

News | Aug 09, 2024, 07:09 PM IST

Speaking about the Court of Arbitration for Sports’ hearing on Vinesh Phogat’s plea against her disqualification, Senior Advocate Rahul Mehra on August 09 appreciated the government's decision to involve one of India’s top legal experts in Vinesh Phogat's case and called it a significant step.

Olympics 2024: Karnam Malleswari questions Vinesh Phogat's disqualification

Sports | Aug 08, 2024, 11:57 PM IST

Vinesh Phogat missed the opportunity to compete in the Gold Medal Match at the Paris Olympics 2024. Former Olympic Medalist Karnam Malleswari has questioned those responsible for managing Vinesh's dietary needs. Watch the exclusive interview for more details.

Coffee Par Kurukshetra: Was Vinesh defeated by conspiracy?

Kurukshetra | Aug 08, 2024, 10:28 PM IST

Indian female wrestler athlete Vinesh Phogat was disqualified just before the 50 kg freestyle gold medal match at the Paris Olympics 2024 for being 100 grams more than the prescribed weight limit. After this decision, the Indian Olympic Association had lodged a strong objection.

Olympics 2024: Former wrestler Babita Phogat reacts on Vinesh's disqualification: 'it's difficult to believe'

News | Aug 08, 2024, 07:09 PM IST

On Vinesh Phogat's Olympics disqualification, former wrestler and Bharatiya Janata Party leader Babita Phogat on August 7 expressed dismay. watch to know more!

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