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‘WFI wants me to die quickly…I will keep fighting’: Vinesh Phogat

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‘WFI Wants Me To Die Quickly…I Will Keep Fighting’: Vinesh Phogat

By IANS News May 30, 2026 • 18:14 PM View: 245

Indira Gandhi Indoor Stadium: A heartbroken but defiant Vinesh Phogat launched a stinging attack on the Wrestling Federation of India (WFI) after failing to qualify for the Asian Games 2026, alleging that sections within the federation wanted her 'to die' while vowing to continue her fight against all odds.

The former World Championships medallist saw her Asian Games hopes come crashing down after a 4-6 defeat to Meenakshi Goyat in the women's 53kg semi-finals at the selection trials held here at the Indira Gandhi Indoor Stadium on Saturday.

Moments after her defeat, the 31-year-old did not hide her frustration with the federation.

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