Supreme Court Upholds Delhi High Court's Criticism of Wrestling Federation in Vinesh Phogat Case
Supreme Court Refuses To Remove Delhi High Court's Remarks Against Wrestling Body In Vinesh Phogat Case
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The Supreme Court declined to remove critical remarks made by the Delhi High Court against the Wrestling Federation of India regarding wrestler Vinesh Phogat's participation in the Asian Games 2026 selection trials. The federation's appeal was deemed unnecessary as Phogat had already participated in the trials.
- 01The Supreme Court stated that the Wrestling Federation of India's plea was rendered unnecessary since Vinesh Phogat had already competed in the selection trials.
- 02The Delhi High Court had criticized the WFI for its actions against Phogat, particularly regarding a show-cause notice linked to her maternity leave.
- 03The High Court ruled that motherhood should not disqualify female athletes from competition.
- 04Phogat participated in the Asian Games selection trials but did not qualify.
- 05The Supreme Court clarified that its decision does not endorse the Delhi High Court's observations against the WFI.
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On Thursday, the Supreme Court of India upheld the Delhi High Court's critical remarks against the Wrestling Federation of India (WFI) in the case concerning wrestler Vinesh Phogat. The Supreme Court found the WFI's plea to remove these observations unnecessary, as Phogat had already taken part in the Asian Games 2026 selection trials following an interim order issued on May 29. The Delhi High Court had previously ruled that Phogat's inability to meet the WFI's selection criteria was unjust, attributing it to her maternity leave. The court emphasized that motherhood should not be a reason to exclude female athletes from competition. Additionally, the High Court condemned the WFI for a
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The case highlights issues surrounding gender discrimination in sports, particularly regarding maternity leave and athlete participation.
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