I haven't failed, I'm fighting the system: Vinesh Phogat after Asian Games selection trials defeat
Vinesh Phogat expressed pride in her return to competitive wrestling after motherhood, despite losing in the Asian Games selection trials. She criticized the wrestling administration for creating obstacles and alleged discrimination against her. Vinesh remains determined to compete in the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics and hopes to inspire other women wrestlers.
- ▪Vinesh Phogat lost in the semifinals of the Asian Games selection trials but feels victorious for returning to competition after motherhood.
- ▪She accused the wrestling administration of mental harassment and discrimination, claiming they tried to block her return.
- ▪Despite her defeat, Vinesh is committed to training harder and aims to compete in the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics.
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Defeat on the mat did not make Vinesh Phogat feel like a loser. After her comeback bid ended in the Asian Games selection trials on Saturday (May 30, 2026), the former world championships medallist declared that she had already won by returning to competition after motherhood and by standing up to a system she claimed had done everything possible to keep her away from wrestling."I have not failed at all. I am fighting the whole system and I am still standing with pride on the mat again," Vinesh told after her 4-6 semifinal loss to Meenakshi Goyat, while reiterating her ambition of competing at the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics.
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