A Victory for Vinesh Phogat, a Victory for Fair Play The Delhi High Court's decision to allow Indian wrestler Vinesh Phogat to participate in the Asian Games 2026 selection trials is a significant victory not only for the athlete but also for the principles of fair play.
The court's order has sent shockwaves through India's sporting establishment, highlighting the deep seated issues that plague the Wrestling Federation of India (WFI) and its treatment of female athletes.
The WFI's selection policy restricts eligibility for participation in the Asian Games trials to medal winners of certain tournaments, effectively creating a closed and inflexible gate keeping mechanism.