Vinesh Phogat Disqualified: How are Wrestlers Weighed at Olympics?

Name: Vinesh Phogat Disqualified: How are Wrestlers Weighed at Olympics?
Uploaded: 2024-01-01T00:00:00+00:00
Duration: 3 min
Description: The fairy-tale finish from protests to podium has turned into a tragedy. Vinesh Phogat’s wait for the medal will continue for at least another four years. And the villain is weight: A couple of 100 grams over the Olympic norms. This isn’t the first time that Vinesh has been disqualified for being overweight.

2024 • 3min • International • Sports

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The fairy-tale finish from protests to podium has turned into a tragedy. Vinesh Phogat’s wait for the medal will continue for at least another four years. And the villain is weight: A couple of 100 grams over the Olympic norms. This isn’t the first time that Vinesh has been disqualified for being overweight.