Vinesh Phogat made history on August 6, 2024, becoming the first Indian woman wrestler to reach an Olympic final. She achieved this after a dominant 5-0 victory over Cuba’s Yusneylis Guzman Lopez in the women’s freestyle 50kg semi-final.
Key highlights of her journey include:
- Defeating world No. 1 and defending champion Yui Susaki of Japan in the Round of 16.
- Overcoming Ukraine’s Oksana Livach in a closely contested quarterfinal.
Vinesh’s semi-final win has assured her of at least a silver medal, a significant milestone for Indian wrestling. She now aims for gold in the final, raising hopes for a historic victory.
Q.: Who became the first Indian woman wrestler to reach an Olympic final on August 6, 2024?
A) Geeta Phogat
B) Babita Kumari
C) Sakshi Malik
D) Vinesh Phogat
Answer: D) Vinesh Phogat
Vinesh Phogat on August 6, 2024, reached in Olympic final. She achieved this after a 5-0 victory over Cuba’s Yusneylis Guzman Lopez in the women’s freestyle 50kg semi-final.
