In a stunning upset at the Paris Olympics, Indian wrestler Vinesh Phogat knocked out reigning champion Yui Susaki of Japan on Tuesday, August 6. Phogat triumphed over the top-seeded Susaki with a 3-2 victory in the Round of 16, advancing to the quarter-final of the women’s 50kg category.
This win marks a significant achievement for Phogat, as Yui Susaki had not conceded a single point on her way to winning the Gold at the Tokyo Olympics. The loss to Phogat was only the fourth defeat of Susaki’s illustrious career, highlighting the magnitude of this upset. Vinesh’s exceptional performance not only progresses her further in the competition but also cements her place as a formidable competitor on the international stage.
