Delhi HC allows Vinesh Phogat in 2026 Asian Games selection trials
The Delhi High Court has allowed wrestler Vinesh Phogat to participate in the selection trials for the 2026 Asian Games. The court found that her exclusion was linked to her maternity sabbatical and the Wrestling Federation of India's restrictive eligibility criteria. The ruling emphasized that such policies should not disadvantage athletes who take maternity leave.
- ▪The Delhi High Court ruled that Vinesh Phogat can compete in the 2026 Asian Games selection trials.
- ▪The court criticized the Wrestling Federation of India's eligibility criteria as exclusionary and not considering past performances.
- ▪Phogat's exclusion was directly related to her maternity leave and the timing of the qualification events.
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- ▪ Vinesh Phogat cleared for Asian Games trials as Delhi HC calls WFI policy unfair — Times of India — Top
- ▪ Delhi HC allows Vinesh Phogat to compete in Asian Games trials, pulls up WFI for ‘vindictive’ conduct — The Hindu — Top
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Delhi HC allows Vinesh Phogat in 2026 Asian Games selection trialsIn its 15-page order, the court observed that Phogat’s exclusion from the selection trials was directly linked to her sabbaticalPublished on: May 23, 2026 4:34 PM ISTBy Shruti KakkarShare viaCopy link A division bench of the Delhi high court on Friday permitted wrestler Vinesh Phogat to participate in the selection trials for the 2026 Asian Games scheduled for May 30 and 31.Phogat moved the high court through senior advocate Rajshekhar Rao.
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