Vinesh Phogat Cleared for Asian Games Trials as Delhi HC Calls WFI Policy Unfair The Delhi High Court's recent intervention in the case of Vinesh Phogat has exposed a glaring blind spot in the Wrestling Federation of India's (WFI) selection policy.
The court ruled that the current policy unfairly excludes elite athletes returning after maternity breaks, highlighting the need for greater flexibility and understanding in dealing with female wrestlers who choose to start families.
The WFI's inflexibility is not just a minor oversight; it reflects a narrow minded focus on winning at all costs, rather than recognizing the value of athletes who have dedicated themselves to their craft over many years.