Vinesh Phogat Appears to Faint from Exhaustion During Felicitation Ceremony After Paris Olympics Return
Indian wrestling star Vinesh Phogat had a challenging day on Saturday, August 17, following her return from the Paris Olympics. After arriving in Delhi on Saturday morning, Vinesh traveled to her hometown of Balali, Haryana, where a grand ceremony was organized to honor her incredible journey at the Olympics.
The event was intended to celebrate Vinesh’s remarkable achievement of becoming the first Indian woman wrestler to reach the gold medal bout at the Olympic Games. However, it was a bittersweet moment as she was disqualified from the final match for being 100 grams overweight. Despite this setback, her journey was nothing short of inspiring.
| About : VINESH PHOGATÂ
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25 August 1994 Charkhi Dadri, Haryana, India |
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| Height | 168Â cm (5Â ft 6Â in) |
| Weight | 50.1Â kg (110Â lb) |
| Spouse |
Somvir Rathee
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(m. 2018) |
| Relative | Phogat sisters |
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| Country | India |
| Sport | Freestyle wrestling |
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Upon her arrival in Balali, after a grueling 12-hour journey, Vinesh appeared visibly fatigued. During the felicitation ceremony, she was seen reclining in her chair, seemingly overwhelmed by the day’s events. Some reports suggest that she may have fainted due to exhaustion and the humid weather conditions, although it is also possible that she was simply resting.
The 29-year-old wrestler’s determination and perseverance have been widely lauded, and the ceremony was a testament to her never-say-die attitude. However, the toll of the day’s travel and the emotional and physical strain from the Olympics were evident as she briefly appeared to lose consciousness during the event. Despite this, Vinesh’s achievements continue to inspire millions, and her journey remains a symbol of resilience and dedication in the world of sports.