Vinesh Phogat's Emotional Homecoming After Paris Olympics

Vinesh Phogat's mother, Premlata, expressed joy over the nation's warm reception for her daughter.

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Vinesh returned to India after her disqualification from the Paris Olympics women's 50kg event.

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She was greeted emotionally at Delhi airport by fellow wrestlers Bajrang Punia and Sakshi Malik.

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Vinesh's mother said the nation’s welcome gave her more honor than a gold medal.

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Vinesh made history as the first Indian woman to reach the Olympic wrestling final.

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Unfortunately, she was disqualified for weighing 100g over the 50kg limit.

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Her appeal to the Court of Arbitration for Sport (CAS) was dismissed.

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Vinesh announced her international retirement after the event.

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