Principal Consultant | Jombay HR 30 Under 30 | Curator - Bodhi Stree, SwapBook!, Nerul Reads | Student of Indic Knowledge Systems
Vinesh Phogat: A Champion Betrayed Vinesh Phogat is not just an athlete; she’s a symbol of resilience. Two ACL surgeries, Olympic heartbreaks, brutal weight cuts, and an unwavering fight for women's rights have defined her journey. Yet, she was cruelly denied her chance to shine on the biggest stage. Disqualified for allegedly missing weight, mere hours after a grueling match, is a blatant disregard for the complexities of the female body. The absurd measures her team resorted to – from sleepless nights to desperate hair cuts – expose the archaic rules that govern women's sports. This isn't about weight; it's about understanding the biological realities of women. Post-match inflammation, hormonal fluctuations, and the stress of competition are factors ignored at our peril. We demand standards that respect the 28-day cycle that defines women's lives, not the arbitrary 24-hour clock that governs men's world. From workplaces to warzones, the male body is the standard. It's time to change that. Vinesh's disqualification is more than a personal tragedy; it's a collective failure. It's a stark reminder that we still live in a world that doesn't see women as equals. #VineshPhogat #WomensRights #WomensSports #Olympics2024 #women
You are our champion, Vinesh. 🇮🇳 It is disheartening to witness this setback, especially when you came so close to achieving success. While this experience is painful, you have always demonstrated exceptional resilience, which only shows that you will continue to challenge the odds and emerge even stronger. The entire nation is proud and stands with you, Vinesh Phogat! 👍🏼
Business leader , founder and consultant, helping small businesses thrive, empowering growth through strategy and innovation.
6moWell said Aditi M.