Vinesh Phogat

-May 9, 2026

WFI issues show-cause notice to Vinesh Phogat; declares her ineligible till June 26

WFI issues show-cause notice to Vinesh Phogat; declares her ineligible till June 26

In a 15-page notice, the WFI alleged that Vinesh Phogat had caused national embarrassment, and damaged the reputation of India

-January 3, 2026

Vinesh Phogat targets 2028 Olympics; Punia offers unconditional support

Vinesh Phogat targets 2028 Olympics; Punia offers unconditional support

Wrestler Vinesh Phogat, who recently announced her return to the sport following the birth of her son, has found a steadfast ally in fellow Olympian Bajrang Punia

-August 7, 2024

Heartbreak in Paris: Vinesh misses date with history by a whisker

Heartbreak in Paris: Vinesh misses date with history by a whisker

The 29-year-old, who was the face of anti-sexual harassment protests a year ago in the Capital and was even beaten by the cops, became the first Indian woman wrestler to enter Olympic final before being disqualified hours later for being overweight