Indian wrestling star Vinesh Phogat has taken back her retirement and announced her goal to compete in the 2028 Olympic Games. Her decision has inspired millions of sports fans in India. After facing disqualification at the Paris Olympics due to being 100 grams overweight, Vinesh showed strong mental courage and said, “Fire never dies.”
Vinesh Phogat is one of the most successful female wrestlers India has ever produced. She comes from the famous Phogat wrestling family of Haryana and started training at a very young age. Over the years, she has built an impressive list of records and achievements at the international level.
Despite injuries, controversies, and setbacks, Vinesh has always returned stronger. Her decision to aim for Los Angeles 2028 proves her hunger for success is still alive. She has promised to focus strictly on fitness, weight control, and mental strength.
Vinesh believes that her experience will help her guide younger wrestlers while preparing for her final Olympic dream. Experts say her technical skills, speed, and aggression still make her a strong medal contender.
Her journey shows that failure is not the end, but a lesson. Vinesh Phogat continues to be a symbol of strength, discipline, and determination for Indian sports.
Career Records & Achievements (Detailed)
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First Indian woman wrestler to reach Olympic quarterfinals (Rio 2016)
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Only Indian female wrestler to win medals at three World Championships
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Gold Medal – Commonwealth Games 2018 (50 kg)
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Bronze Medals – World Wrestling Championships (2017, 2018)
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Gold Medal – Asian Games 2018
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Multiple Asian Championship medals
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Top-ranked wrestler in her weight category for several years
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Represented India in Rio 2016, Tokyo 2020, Paris 2024 Olympics
Major Awards & Honors
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Arjuna Award (2016) – For outstanding performance in wrestling
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Padma Shri (2019) – One of India’s highest civilian awards
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Rajiv Gandhi Khel Ratna (2020) – India’s highest sporting honor
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Honored by multiple state and national sports bodies
Key Points (For Highlights / Shorts)
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Retirement taken back, target set for Olympics 2028
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Paris Olympics disqualified due to 100g excess weight
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One of India’s most decorated women wrestlers
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Commonwealth, Asian Games and World medalist
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Strong symbol of women empowerment in sports
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Focus on fitness, weight management, and mental health
