Phogat had to stay back in Paris after she had appealed to the Court of Arbitration for Sport for a joint silver which was eventually dismissed on Wednesday.

IOA President PT Usha expressed her "shock and disappointment" at the CAS ruling, which upheld the decision in favour of United World Wrestling (UWW) and the International Olympic Committee (IOC).

The ad-hoc division of the CAS on Wednesday dismissed wrestler Vinesh Phogat’s appeal against her disqualification from the women’s 50kg freestyle final of the Olympic games. 

The Indian boxing team, which included two current world champions, Nikhat Zareen and Lovlina Borgohain, entered the Olympics with hopes of winning multiple medals but struggled under pressure, resulting in a disappointing campaign without any medals.

While some media reports claim that the ad hoc division of CAS has extended time till 6 pm on August 11, 2024. However, reasoned order will be made public at a later date, which is likely to be August 13, says IOA source.

The wrestlers were locked 1-1 after six minutes of top-quality defensive wrestling but the Kyrgyz won having logged home the last equalising point as per rules.

From faecal bacteria in the River Seine to the eco-friendly Olympic Village that did not go down well with many athletes due to its cardboard beds and lack of ACs, the glitches at the Paris Olympics have left many questioning the host’s preparedness 

Rugby is hugely popular in some low-lySailing is a sport dependent on the world’s waters. World Sailing sees the protection of these waters as part of its organisational mission. Its sustainability strategy includes modifying technical standards and regulations for equipment to reduce waste, hazardous chemicals and pollution.ing Pacific island nations, like Fiji, Tonga and Samoa. With these nations so vulnerable to climate change, World Rugby became one of the first sports to sign the UN’s Sports for Climate Action initiative.

Bhaker lost to Hungarian bronze medallist Veronika Major in the shoot-off.

Simone Biles’ decision to prioritise her mental health and not compete has changed perceptions of elite gymnasts and their mental health.

Egyptian fencer Nada Hafez has become a source of inspiration at the Paris 2024 Olympics, competing while seven months pregnant.

Mexican gymnast Natalia Escalera was reduced to tears as she fought through the pain of a torn ligament to represent her country at the Olympics.