Mahavir Phogat, a big determine in Indian wrestling, commented on Vinesh’s state of affairs: “She was going to deliver the Olympic gold this time however bought disqualified. It’s pure to really feel harm after such a setback and therefore she arrived at this determination. As soon as she is again dwelling, we are going to strive speaking to her about competing within the 2028 Olympics.”
The Haryana chief minister Nayab Singh Saini introduced that Vinesh Phogat would obtain the identical honor and rewards as an Olympic silver medalist regardless of her disqualification.
“It’s a good initiative by the CM. He has accepted the truth that she has bought the silver medal. It’s a good step and I assist this. I thank the Haryana authorities, it’ll encourage different athletes if such issues ever occur to them,” Mahavir was quoted as saying by ANI.
On Thursday, CM Saini emphasised his assist for Vinesh in a message on the social media platform X.
“All respect, rewards, and amenities that the state authorities provides to Olympic silver medalists can be gratefully given to Phogat as nicely,” mentioned Saini. He praised Vinesh’s efforts, saying, “Our courageous daughter of Haryana, Vinesh Phogat, carried out brilliantly and entered the finals of the Olympics. Resulting from some causes, she might not have been in a position to play the ultimate of the Olympics however she is a champion for all of us.”
Moreover, Mahavir reaffirmed his ongoing dedication to teaching and urged assist for different aspiring ladies wrestlers reminiscent of Anshu, Antim Panghal, Reetika Hooda, and Nisha Dahiya.
“I cannot stop teaching until I’m alive,” he declared, showcasing his dedication to creating the longer term technology of wrestling expertise.
The Phogat household’s hope is to see Vinesh again on the mat for the 2028 Olympics, believing in her potential to realize even better success.
