Antim Panghal Shines as Vinesh Phogat Faces Upset in Asian Games Wrestling Trials
Asian Games trials: Vinesh Phogat upset as Antim Panghal seals spot

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Antim Panghal, Nisha Dahiya, Manisha Bhanwala, and Dipanshee secured spots in India's Asian Games wrestling team during the selection trials at Indira Gandhi Stadium. Notably, Panghal defeated Meenakshi Goyat after Goyat upset Olympian Vinesh Phogat in the semifinals of the 53kg category.
- 01Antim Panghal won the 53kg category, defeating Meenakshi Goyat 3-2 in the final.
- 02Meenakshi Goyat previously defeated Vinesh Phogat 6-4 in the semifinals, marking a significant upset.
- 03Nisha Dahiya secured her spot in the 68kg category with a close 4-3 victory over Mansi Lather.
- 04Manisha Bhanwala won the 57kg final with an 8-2 victory against Neha.
- 05The trials highlighted the depth of talent in Indian women's wrestling, as noted by WFI President Sanjay Singh.
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The Wrestling Federation of India (WFI) women's selection trials held at Indira Gandhi Stadium saw Antim Panghal, Nisha Dahiya, Manisha Bhanwala, and Dipanshee secure their places for the upcoming Asian Games in Aichi-Nagoya, Japan. The standout performance came from Panghal in the 53kg category, where she edged out Meenakshi Goyat 3-2 in a closely contested final. Goyat had earlier caused a major upset by defeating Olympian Vinesh Phogat 6-4 in the semifinals. Other notable results included Nisha Dahiya's hard-fought 4-3 victory in the 68kg category and Manisha Bhanwala's 8-2 win in the 57kg final. WFI President Sanjay Singh praised the athletes for their exceptional performances and expressed confidence in their abilities to compete at the continental level. With the women's trials concluded, focus now shifts to the men's selection trials, which will finalize India's wrestling team for the Asian Games.
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The successful trials indicate a strong future for Indian women's wrestling on an international stage, potentially inspiring more participation in the sport.
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