Brij Bhushan Distances Himself from Vinesh Phogat Controversy
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- Former WFI president Brij Bhushan Sharan Singh distances himself from Vinesh Phogat's trial participation controversy, stating it falls under the current WFI administration.
- He defends WFI's past functioning, saying no athlete was barred without reason.
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Vinesh Phogat, a World Championships medallist, faces eligibility issues with WFI due to a missed whereabouts filing.
Brij Bhushan Sharan Singh and Vinesh Phogat NEW DELHI: Former Wrestling Federation of India (WFI) president Brij Bhushan Sharan Singh distanced himself from the ongoing controversy surrounding Vinesh Phogat’s participation in wrestling trials, saying the matter falls entirely under the jurisdiction of the current WFI administration. However, Brij Bhushan defended the federation’s functioning during his tenure, asserting that the body never stopped any athlete from competing without a valid reason. [...] End of Article
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Vinesh Phogat may appeal the ban through legal or sporting channels.
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Offene Fragen
- Will Vinesh Phogat appeal the WFI's decision?
- What are the full implications of WADA's Rule 5.6.1 on her career?