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Vinesh Phogat warns of biased officiating in Gonda demands government ensure her safety
Sports
Published on 3 May 2026
She links venue bias fears to a former WFI chief
Wrestler Vinesh Phogat has warned India’s government to take responsibility for her safety at the National Open Ranking Tournament in Gonda. She fears biased officiating, alleging it may be influenced by former WFI chief Brij Bhushan Sharan Singh. Phogat, preparing for a comeback, is calling for a genuinely fair environment and accountability if anything goes wrong.
- Vinesh Phogat warns the government over her safety in Gonda
- She alleges officiating could be biased at the tournament
- Phogat links her concerns to influence from Brij Bhushan Sharan Singh
- She demands accountability and a fair competition for her comeback
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