PM Modi Reacts to Vinesh Phogat's Olympics Disqualification

PM Modi Reacts to Vinesh Phogat's Olympics Disqualification

PM Modi Consoles Vinesh Phogat: ‘You Are a Champion Among Champions’ After Olympics Disqualification

Vinesh Phogat's Olympics Disqualification

On Wednesday, Prime Minister Narendra Modi expressed his support for wrestler Vinesh Phogat after she was disqualified from the finals of the women’s 50kg freestyle wrestling event due to being 100 grams overweight. In a post on X, Modi wrote, “Vinesh, you are a champion among champions! You are India’s pride and an inspiration for every Indian. Today’s setback hurts, and words cannot express the despair I feel. However, I know you embody resilience. It is in your nature to face challenges head-on. Come back stronger! We are all rooting for you.”

Vinesh Phogat's Olympics Disqualification