Wrestling Federation of India Appeals Supreme Court Ruling on Vinesh Phogat's Asian Games Trials Participation
WFI Moves Supreme Court Against Order Allowing Vinesh Phogat To Participate In Asian Games Selection Trials
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The Wrestling Federation of India has appealed to the Supreme Court against a Delhi High Court ruling that permits Vinesh Phogat to compete in the Asian Games 2026 selection trials. The Supreme Court is set to hear the case, following concerns over the WFI's selection policy.
- 01The Wrestling Federation of India (WFI) is contesting a Delhi High Court decision that allows Vinesh Phogat to enter the Asian Games 2026 selection trials.
- 02The High Court deemed the WFI's selection policy exclusionary, particularly for athletes returning from maternity leave.
- 03The selection trials are scheduled for May 30-31 and will be recorded, with oversight from the Sports Authority of India (SAI) and the Indian Olympic Association (IOA).
- 04The Supreme Court bench, comprising Justices P S Narasimha and Alok Aradhe, will hear the case on Friday.
- 05Vinesh Phogat is a prominent grappler, and her participation is seen as significant for representation in the sport.
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The Wrestling Federation of India (WFI) has filed an appeal in the Supreme Court against a ruling by the Delhi High Court that permits celebrated wrestler Vinesh Phogat to take part in the selection trials for the Asian Games 2026. The High Court had previously ruled in favor of Phogat's participation, arguing that the WFI's selection policy was discriminatory, particularly against athletes returning from maternity leave. The court emphasized the need for discretion in considering Phogat's case, given her status as an iconic player in Indian wrestling. The upcoming selection trials are set to occur on May 30-31, and the High Court mandated that these trials be video-recorded. Additionally, the trials will be monitored by independent observers from the Sports Authority of India (SAI) and the Indian Olympic Association (IOA) to ensure transparency. The matter is scheduled for hearing by a bench of Justices P S Narasimha and Alok Aradhe, highlighting the ongoing tensions surrounding athlete selection policies in Indian sports.
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The outcome of this appeal may affect the selection process for athletes returning from maternity leave in Indian wrestling.
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