The Court docket of Arbitration for Sport (CAS) has delayed its verdict on the attraction for the third time, including to the anticipation.Phogat was disqualified for exceeding the load restrict by 100 grams simply earlier than her gold medal bout within the ladies’s 50kg class.
Singh has expressed hope for a good resolution from CAS, acknowledging the broader implications for Indian sports activities.”India might have gained six extra medals in wrestling, however given the disturbances within the sport over the past 15-16 months, we misplaced many medals. We’re hopeful that the CAS verdict might be in our favor,” Singh advised ANI. He added, “WFI needs the decision to be in India’s favor as a result of it’s the nation’s medal, not somebody’s private medal. It will likely be added to India’s medal tally.”
Phogat’s disqualification occurred on August 7, hours earlier than her ultimate match. She had grow to be the primary Indian feminine wrestler to achieve the ultimate. Phogat is searching for a joint silver medal with Cuba’s Yusneylis Guzman Lopez, whom she defeated within the semi-finals, via her attraction to CAS.
Singh additionally highlighted the difficulty of weight administration, underscoring its significance in aggressive wrestling.
“The class of the game is the participant’s private resolution. Nevertheless, sustaining that weight additionally rests on the participant. Gaining and lowering weight shortly takes a toll on the physique of the participant. She was given each facility she requested for, together with coaching with a international coach in Hungary,” Singh remarked.
The CAS had initially set the deadline for the decision on August 13, however it’s now postponed to August 16. Delays within the resolution have elevated nervousness and anticipation throughout the Indian sports activities neighborhood.
The results of the attraction might doubtlessly add a major medal to India’s tally on the Paris Olympics, making it a matter of nationwide significance.
