Delhi HC declines interim relief to Vinesh Phogat in 2026 Asian Games trials
The Delhi High Court has denied interim relief to wrestler Vinesh Phogat, preventing her from participating in the 2026 Asian Games selection trials. The court emphasized the need to consider national interest while acknowledging Phogat's maternity leave. Phogat is currently ineligible for domestic competitions due to allegations of indiscipline and anti-doping violations by the Wrestling Federation of India.
- ▪The Delhi High Court refused to allow Vinesh Phogat to compete in the 2026 Asian Games selection trials scheduled for May 30 and 31.
- ▪Phogat was declared ineligible for domestic competitions due to accusations of indiscipline and violations of anti-doping regulations.
- ▪The court stated that it could not grant interim relief without hearing the other side, emphasizing the importance of national interest.
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Delhi HC declines interim relief to Vinesh Phogat in 2026 Asian Games trialsThe bench said that while it appreciated Phogat was on maternity leave, on the other hand, the national interest needs to be looked at as wellPublished on: May 18, 2026 7:37 PM ISTBy Shruti KakkarShare viaCopy link Delhi high court on Monday refused to permit wrestler Vinesh Phogat to participate in the 2026 Asian Games selection trials scheduled for May 30 and 31.In its May 9 notice, the WFI accused Phogat of indiscipline and violations related to anti-doping regulations.
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