Vinesh Phogat Vows to Fight Back Against WFI's Show-Cause Notice
Vinesh Indicates Fightback After WFI's Show-Cause Notice: 'No Sword Has Power'
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Indian wrestler Vinesh Phogat is determined to contest a show-cause notice issued by the Wrestling Federation of India (WFI) that cites indiscipline and anti-doping violations. The notice renders her ineligible to compete until June 26, impacting her planned return at the National Open Ranking event in Gonda, Uttar Pradesh.
- 01Vinesh Phogat faces a show-cause notice from WFI for alleged indiscipline and anti-doping rule violations.
- 02She is declared ineligible to compete until June 26, affecting her comeback plans.
- 03WFI claims she did not complete the mandatory six-month notice period after retirement.
- 04Vinesh has accused WFI of obstructing her participation in the upcoming Gonda event.
- 05She is one of the complainants against former WFI chief Brij Bhushan Sharan Singh over sexual harassment allegations.
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Vinesh Phogat, a two-time World Championship medallist, is facing a significant setback after the Wrestling Federation of India (WFI) issued a detailed show-cause notice accusing her of indiscipline and violations of anti-doping rules. This notice has declared her ineligible to compete in domestic events until June 26, disrupting her plans to return at the National Open Ranking event in Gonda, Uttar Pradesh. The WFI stated that Vinesh did not fulfill the mandatory six-month notice period required for athletes returning from retirement under the United World Wrestling (UWW) Anti-Doping Rules. Vinesh expressed her determination to fight back against the allegations, stating, “No sword has the power to make it bow,” in a tweet reflecting her resilience amidst the challenges. The WFI's notice, which spans 15 pages, alleges that her conduct has caused lasting damage to the reputation of Indian wrestling and that compliance with World Anti-Doping Agency (WADA) rules is non-negotiable. WFI President Sanjay Singh emphasized that it is Vinesh's responsibility to prove her eligibility before competing again.
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Vinesh's ineligibility affects her planned participation in the National Open Ranking event, which could impact her career trajectory and the visibility of Indian wrestling.
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