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Why is PT Usha Blaming Vinesh Phogat for the Weight Gaffe?

2024 • 3min • News • National

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Published On: August 13, 2024 - This is move that may take even champion wrestler Vinesh Phogat by surprise. Indian Olympic Association (IOA) president PT has blamed Vinesh Phogat in response to the criticism directed towards the IOA medical team, especially of Chief Medical Officer Dr. Dinshaw Pardiwala, after her disqualification from the Olympics. Usha says in sports like wrestling, weightlifting, boxing and judo, it is the responsibility of the athlete to manage their weight.