Delhi HC denies Vinesh Phogat trial entry, yet urges WFI to frame fairer Rules for returning mothers
- Delhi High Court rejected Vinesh Phogat’s plea to compete in the September 14 World Championship trials.
- The court said selection rules apply equally to all athletes and an exception could not be made for Phogat.
- Phogat argued the Wrestling Federation of India criteria excluded her after she returned following pregnancy, childbirth and recovery.
- The court denied Vinesh’s immediate exemption but urged WFI to consider rules supporting athletes returning after maternity breaks.
Source: hindustantimes.com
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