Vinesh Phogat Appeals for Shared Silver After Disqualification

Indian wrestler Vinesh Phogat is seeking a shared silver medal after her disqualification from the Paris Olympics final for missing the weight limit. The Court of Arbitration for Sport (CAS) will hold a hearing on Phogat's appeal this Friday. The court anticipates issuing a decision before the end of the Games, which conclude on Sunday.

Phogat was disqualified from the 50-kilogram final on Wednesday for narrowly missing the weight limit, thereby forfeiting any chance of winning a medal. She initially filed an appeal to CAS on Wednesday, requesting a new weigh-in and permission to participate in the final, but there was insufficient time for a hearing. Despite her setback, Phogat had impressive victories over defending Olympic champion Yui Susaki of Japan, along with wins in the quarterfinals and semifinals. In a recent statement, Phogat announced her retirement from wrestling, marking the end of a notable career. (This story was generated by Newser's AI chatbot. Source: the AP)