00:00Breaking news from the Paris Olympics.
00:02Veenash Phogat, India's wrestling star, has been disqualified from her gold medal bout just hours before it was set to begin.
00:09Phogat, who was poised to win at least a silver medal, was found 100 grams over the weight limit for her 50 kg category.
00:17This disqualification means she misses out on a chance to make history as the first Indian wrestler to win Olympic gold.
00:23Despite her tireless efforts through the night—jogging, skipping, and cycling—she was unable to shed those last few grams.
00:31Her disappointment was compounded by a fainting spell due to dehydration, and she was admitted to a polyclinic in the Olympic village.
00:38Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi stepped in to offer support, calling Phogat a champion among champions and praising her resilience.
00:46Phogat's journey has been turbulent, marked by her outspoken stance against the Wrestling Federation of India.
00:52Her disqualification has sparked outrage and criticism over the management of the team and its support staff.
00:58Fellow athletes and fans are expressing their sadness.
01:01Neeraj Chopra, India's javelin Olympian, called it a tragic end to what could have been a triumphant moment.
01:08Despite the setback, Phogat's spirit remains unbroken.
01:11She's shown incredible determination throughout her career, and her story is far from over.
01:16What are your thoughts on this heartbreaking news?
01:19Do you think there's a better way to handle weight management in sports?
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