Vinesh Phogat hails from the famous Phogat family, known for producing top-level wrestlers in India. Born in Balali, Haryana, Vinesh has carved her own path in the wrestling world, winning medals at the Asian Games, Commonwealth Games, and World Wrestling Championships.
Vinesh’s most notable achievement came at the 2018 Asian Games, where she won gold, becoming the first Indian woman wrestler to do so. Despite facing career-threatening injuries, Vinesh has bounced back and remains one of India’s top medal hopefuls in international competitions.
Her resilience and dedication to the sport have made her an inspiration, not only within the wrestling community but across Indian sports.