Chopra registered a huge throw of 89.34 metres in Group B of the men's javelin throw qualification round at the Paris Olympics on Tuesday and made his way into the finals.
Khalif, who was banned from competing in world championships following failures in testosterone and gender eligibility tests, achieved a controversial win over Italy's Angela Carini within just 46 seconds after her opponent quit in the opening round.
Phogat on Thursday announced her retirement from wrestling following her disqualification in the 50 kg freestyle wrestling final at the Paris Olympics.
Bharatiya Janata Party leader and Haryana minister Moolchand Sharma on Thursday said that Vinesh Phogat is the pride for the state and the country and there should be no politicisation of her disqualification from the Paris Olympics 2024.
Phogat on Thursday announced her retirement from wrestling following her disqualification in the 50 kg freestyle wrestling final at the Paris Olympics.
India's Vinesh Phogat was originally supposed to wrestle for the top prize. In a big blow to India's medal hopes from the wrestling arena, the grappler was disqualified from the 50 kg women's wrestling event for breaching the weight mark. Vinesh was scheduled to take on the United States's S
Saini on Thursday said that Vinesh performed brilliantly and is a champion for all of us. All the respect, rewards and facilities that the Haryana government gives to the Olympic silver medalist will be gratefully given to Vinesh Phogat as well. We are proud of you Vinesh!"
After finishing fourth in the women's 49kg weightlifting event at the Paris Olympics, Indian weightlifter Mirabai Chanu expressed her disappointment but vowed to work harder for future competitions.
Following Vinesh Phogat's disqualification in the 50 kg category final at the Paris Olympics, India's first woman to win an Olympic medal Karnam Malleswari said on Wednesday that it was unfortunate since it was a golden opportunity for the Indian wrestler.