Vinesh Phogat: India's Golden Girl

India scribbled history during the newly named Paris Olympics 2024, where Vinesh Phogat bags Gold medal in the Women’s Freestyle 50kg. This victory can be considered the first achievement of Indian women in sports because Phogat was the first Indian woman who won the Olympic Games in wrestling and became a gold medalist.

A Daughter of the Mat

Being in a wrestling family, one could say that Phogat’s path to the Olympics was a result of hard-working, determination, and talent. Even though they gave her a hard time right from the time she contracted a serious knee injury, she worked her way through the odds to become a renowned sporting figure in India.

A Thrilling Finale

The last bout against Sarah Hildebrandt of the United States of America was tough till the last minute of the bout. Wrestlers performed really well, both of them were aggressive and showed great technique. But, the technique and determination of Phogat overshadowed her rival giving her the much-needed victory. Her victory remains to date as one of the happiest moments to not only her but the entire nation as well.

Women Empowerment Symbol

It actually extends it beyond the literal, calling it more than just Vinesh Phogat’s win and a gold medal . It is known to be a symbol of the percentage of the women’s representation in the country of India. Most young girls look up to her as a role model in the sporting activities, and emulate her by dreaming big dreams. On this joyous occasion of India, it goes without saying that Vinesh Phogat has developed into a symbol of the nation that would continue to inspire future generations.