Indian wrestler Vinesh Phogat has made history by becoming the first Indian woman to reach the final of an Olympic wrestling competition. She secured her place in the final of the women’s 50 kg event by defeating Cuba’s Y Guzman with a score of 5-0.
Historic Achievement
- First Indian Woman in Olympic Wrestling Final: Vinesh Phogat is the first Indian woman to achieve this milestone.
- Third Indian Wrestler in Olympic Finals: Following Sushil Kumar (London 2012) and Ravi Dahiya (Tokyo 2020).
Road to the Final
- First Round Victory: Vinesh defeated Japan’s champion Yui Sasuki 3-2. Sasuki, the defending Tokyo 2020 champion, had never lost a bout in her international career until this match.
- Quarterfinals: Vinesh dominated Ukraine’s O Livach, winning 7-5 in a bout that was more one-sided than the scoreline suggests.
- Semifinals: She secured her spot in the final by defeating Cuban wrestler Y Guzman 5-0.
Emotional Moment
The magnitude of Vinesh’s achievement brought her to tears, along with her personal coach, Woller Akos. This will be Vinesh’s first Olympic medal, having missed out in Rio 2016 and Tokyo 2020.
Summary of Vinesh Phogat’s Path to the Final
| Round | Opponent | Country | Score | Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| First | Yui Sasuki | Japan | 3-2 | Win |
| Quarters | O Livach | Ukraine | 7-5 | Win |
| Semis | Y Guzman | Cuba | 5-0 | Win |
As Vinesh Phogat prepares to fight for the gold in Paris, she carries the hopes of an entire nation on her shoulders, marking a significant moment in Indian wrestling history.
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