Vinesh Phogat, after defeating heavy contenders like Ukraine’s Oksana Livach and the world No. 1, Japan’s Yui Susaki, the Tokyo Olympics gold medalist, has earned the respect of all. Phogat clinched her place in the wrestling semifinals of the 50 kg category at the Paris Olympics on August 6 at 10:25 PM IST. In the Round of 16, Susaki was leading 2-0, but with only seconds left on the clock, Vinesh delivered a sensational takedown, stunning Susaki and her critics.
Who is Vinesh Phogat semifinal opponent?
The 29-year-old will face Yusneylis Guzman Lopez of Cuba on August 6 at 10:25 p.m. IST. It is noteworthy that Vinesh and Guzman are set to meet once again, as they previously faced off in the opening round of the Grand Prix of Spain in July. Vinesh defeated Guzman 3-1 before going on to claim the gold medal in the 50 kg category in Madrid.
After disappointing performances at the Tokyo Olympics, where she finished ninth, and the Rio Olympics in 2016, where she ended tenth, Phogat has turned the game around with all guns blazing. She is now just two matches away from reaching the Olympic medal podium.
