Celebs furious over Vinesh Phogat’s exclusion from Olympics
Indian female wrestler athlete Vinesh Phogat, who was to participate in the gold medal match in the 50 kg freestyle wrestling event, has been excluded due to being overweight. This is indeed a disappointing news for the country. Vinesh had made her place in the medal event on 6 August with a brilliant performance in the pre-quarterfinals, quarterfinals and semi-finals of this event. Now due to being overweight, she will not get any medal, in which only the gold medal in this event will be given to USA wrestler Sarah Hildebrandt, while the wrestler who wins the bronze medal match will be given a medal. In such a situation, the news of Vinesh’s disqualification has disappointed everyone. Everyone is expressing their grief after coming to the fore with this news. At the same time, many Bollywood celebs have also given their reaction on this.
Sonakshi Sinha
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Sonakshi shared a post on Vinesh being declared ineligible and wrote- I can’t believe it. I can’t even imagine how you must be feeling right now. I don’t know what to say. Just that you were, are and will always be a champion.
swara bhaskar
Swara Bhaskar shared a post on X and wrote- ‘Who believes this 100% overweight story?
huma qureshi
Huma Qureshi on Vinesh Phogat’s disqualification: Please tell me something can be done. They have to let her fight.
Arjun Rampal
Arjun Rampal also called Vinesh Phogat’s disqualification from the Olympics unfair. He wrote on his ex account, ‘Unfair – Heartbreaking.’
Farhan Akhtar
Farhan Akhtar has encouraged Vinesh Phogat and wrote, ‘Dear Vinesh Phogat.. I feel really bad for you that the search ended like this. But please know that we are all very proud of you and all the work you have done for the sport. You will always be a champion and an inspiration to millions. Keep up your courage.’
Samantha Ruth Prabhu
South actress Samantha Ruth Prabhu consoled Vinesh and wrote on Instagram, ‘Sometimes, the most humble person faces the toughest obstacles. Remember that you are not alone, a most powerful force is watching over you. We will always stand by you in your every ups and downs.’
