In a surprising turn of events at the Wrestling Federation of India (WFI) women's trials, Meenakshi Goyat, an Asian Championships silver medallist, triumphed over World Championships bronze medallist Vinesh Phogat with a score of 6-4 in the semifinals. This victory was among the most notable highlights of the trials held in Jind, Haryana. Although Goyat later lost to Antim Panghal in the finals with a score of 3-2, her win against Phogat remains a significant achievement. Goyat expressed her joy, stating that she focused solely on the fight rather than the outcome. She acknowledged some mistakes during the match but emphasized her excitement about defeating a renowned wrestler like Phogat. Looking ahead, Goyat is determined to pursue her goal of becoming a world champion at the upcoming World Championships in Kazakhstan, scheduled from October 24 to November 1. Her father, Prem, expressed pride in her accomplishments and hopes for her future, including aspirations for the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics, despite the challenges she has faced, including injuries that almost sidelined her career.