Vinesh Phogat, an accomplished Indian wrestler, is renowned for her numerous achievements and unwavering resilience. She has won multiple gold medals in the Commonwealth and Asian Games, solidifying her status as a top athlete in her field.
Following her historic semi-final victory last night in the women’s 50kg wrestling category, Vinesh is now set to compete in the gold medal match at the Paris Olympics 2024. Her win has sparked widespread praise and commendations, including reactions from actress and politician Kangana Ranaut.
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Kangana Ranaut reacts after Vinesh Phogat’s dominating semi-final win against Cuba’s Yusneylis Guzman Lopez at the Paris Olympics
Vinesh Phogat has made history by becoming the first Indian woman to reach an Olympic wrestling final. She secured her spot in the final of the women’s 50kg wrestling category at the Paris Olympics 2024 with a dominant 5-0 victory over Cuba’s Yusneylis Guzman Lopez.
Vinesh’s achievement has garnered widespread admiration and support from fans and celebrities alike. Bollywood actress Kangana Ranaut took to Instagram to express her excitement about Vinesh’s win, emphasizing the historical significance of her journey. Kangana wrote,
“Fingers crossed for India’s first Gold Medal… Vinesh Phogat at one point took part in protests where she raised the slogans of ‘Modi teri Kabr khudegi.’ Yet she was given the opportunity to represent the nation and receive the best training, coaches, and facilities. This is the beauty of democracy and the mark of a great leader.”
To say that Vinesh’s journey from participating in protests to representing India on the global stage is nothing short of extraordinary would be a sheer understatement.
Have a look at Kangana’s Instagram story
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Vinesh Phogat’s Remarkable Journey to the Olympic Final
Vinesh Phogat’s journey to the final of the Paris Olympics 2024 has been nothing short of extraordinary. Her campaign began with a sensational victory over world number one and defending champion Yui Susaki of Japan in the Round of 16 with a victory of 3-2.
This historic upset was a significant milestone, as Susaki had remained undefeated in international competitions since the Tokyo 2020 Games. Phogat’s victory over such a formidable opponent shocked everyone.
Further on, Phogat’s path to the final continued with a hard-fought victory over Ukraine’s Oksana Livach in the quarterfinals. In a closely contested match, Vinesh displayed remarkable resilience and strategic prowess, narrowly defeating Livach with a victory of 7-5 to advance to the semi-finals. Her journey is a testament to her dedication and ability to rise to the occasion against some of the toughest competitors in the world.
Overcoming controversies to shine at the Paris Olympics 2024
Amidst all the controversies that happened in the past months, Vinesh Phogat did not miss out on giving a spectacular performance for her country. The accomplished wrestler has been embroiled in protests against Wrestling Federation of India president Brij Bhushan Sharan Singh over serious allegations of sexual harassment. Yet, despite these challenges, she has proven her determination to give her best.
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Her victory over world number one Yui Susaki was particularly significant and undoubtedly shocked everyone. The reason is that it marked the Japanese champion’s first loss at the international level after her win at the Tokyo Olympics 2020.
Vinesh’s win has made her the first Indian woman to reach the finals and it is in itself a monumental achievement. Now for the finals, she is to compete with American professional wrestler Sarah Hildebrandt. Stay tuned as we see her hopefully winning the gold for our country, today at 11:23 pm IST.
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