Vinesh Disqualified from Paris Olympics: PM Modi's Emotional Tweet

Semi-Final Victory

Vinesh Phogat defeated Cuba's Yusnelis Guzman Lopez 5-0 in the women's freestyle 50kg semi-final at Paris Olympics 2024

Dream Shattered

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Historical Opportunity

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PM Modi's Tweet

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PM's Assurance

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Strong Comeback

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