{"id":728875,"date":"2024-08-09T13:16:40","date_gmt":"2024-08-09T07:46:40","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/infinitylearn.com\/surge\/?p=728875"},"modified":"2025-05-16T11:14:19","modified_gmt":"2025-05-16T05:44:19","slug":"vinesh-phogat-biography","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/infinitylearn.com\/surge\/biography\/vinesh-phogat-biography\/","title":{"rendered":"Vinesh Phogat Biography"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_37 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" style=\"display: none;\"><label for=\"item\" aria-label=\"Table of Content\"><span style=\"display: flex;align-items: center;width: 35px;height: 30px;justify-content: center;\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/label><input type=\"checkbox\" id=\"item\"><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1' style='display:block'><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/infinitylearn.com\/surge\/biography\/vinesh-phogat-biography\/#Vinesh_Phogat_Biography_-_Early_Life_and_Wrestling_Heritage\" title=\"Vinesh Phogat Biography &#8211; Early Life and Wrestling Heritage\">Vinesh Phogat Biography &#8211; Early Life and Wrestling Heritage<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/infinitylearn.com\/surge\/biography\/vinesh-phogat-biography\/#Vinesh_Phogat_Biography_-_Achievements_and_Medals\" title=\"Vinesh Phogat Biography &#8211; Achievements and Medals\">Vinesh Phogat Biography &#8211; Achievements and Medals<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/infinitylearn.com\/surge\/biography\/vinesh-phogat-biography\/#Vinesh_Phogats_Biography_Olympic_Journey\" title=\"Vinesh Phogat\u2019s Biography Olympic Journey\">Vinesh Phogat\u2019s Biography Olympic Journey<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3'><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/infinitylearn.com\/surge\/biography\/vinesh-phogat-biography\/#Vinesh_Phogat_-_Recent_Achievements_and_Recognition\" title=\"Vinesh Phogat &#8211; Recent Achievements and Recognition\">Vinesh Phogat &#8211; Recent Achievements and Recognition<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/infinitylearn.com\/surge\/biography\/vinesh-phogat-biography\/#Conclusion\" title=\"Conclusion\">Conclusion<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/infinitylearn.com\/surge\/biography\/vinesh-phogat-biography\/#Vinesh_Phogat_Biography_FAQs\" title=\"Vinesh Phogat Biography FAQs\">Vinesh Phogat Biography FAQs<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3'><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/infinitylearn.com\/surge\/biography\/vinesh-phogat-biography\/#Who_is_Vinesh_Phogat\" title=\"Who is Vinesh Phogat?\">Who is Vinesh Phogat?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/infinitylearn.com\/surge\/biography\/vinesh-phogat-biography\/#What_are_some_of_Vinesh_Phogats_major_achievements\" title=\"What are some of Vinesh Phogat&#039;s major achievements?\">What are some of Vinesh Phogat&#039;s major achievements?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/infinitylearn.com\/surge\/biography\/vinesh-phogat-biography\/#What_happened_to_Vinesh_Phogat_at_the_Paris_Olympics_2024\" title=\"What happened to Vinesh Phogat at the Paris Olympics 2024?\">What happened to Vinesh Phogat at the Paris Olympics 2024?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/infinitylearn.com\/surge\/biography\/vinesh-phogat-biography\/#Why_did_Vinesh_Phogat_announce_her_retirement\" title=\"Why did Vinesh Phogat announce her retirement?\">Why did Vinesh Phogat announce her retirement?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/infinitylearn.com\/surge\/biography\/vinesh-phogat-biography\/#What_is_Vinesh_Phogats_legacy_in_Indian_wrestling\" title=\"What is Vinesh Phogat&#039;s legacy in Indian wrestling?\">What is Vinesh Phogat&#039;s legacy in Indian wrestling?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<p>Vinesh Phogat faced a heartbreaking moment when she was disqualified from the <strong>Paris Olympics 2024<\/strong> for being <strong>100 grams overweight<\/strong> during her final weigh-in for the women&#8217;s freestyle 50kg event. Despite being the first Indian woman wrestler to reach the <strong>gold medal match<\/strong>, she had to withdraw emotionally, feeling that her hopes were crushed and her courage was broken. In a heartfelt message on social media, Vinesh, who made history as the first Indian woman wrestler to compete in an Olympic final, announced her retirement.<\/p>\n<p>Earlier, Vinesh had made headlines as the first Indian woman wrestler to win a <strong>gold medal<\/strong> at the <strong>Asian Games<\/strong> in 2018. However, on the day of the Olympic weigh-in, she was found 100 grams over the limit. An Indian coach commented, &#8220;Rules do not allow that, so she has been disqualified.&#8221;<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" class=\"size-full wp-image-728922 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/infinitylearn.com\/surge\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/Vinesh-Phogat-Biography.jpg\" alt=\"Vinesh Phogat Image Biography\" width=\"940\" height=\"577\" srcset=\"https:\/\/infinitylearn.com\/surge\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/Vinesh-Phogat-Biography.jpg 940w, https:\/\/infinitylearn.com\/surge\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/Vinesh-Phogat-Biography-300x184.jpg 300w, https:\/\/infinitylearn.com\/surge\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/Vinesh-Phogat-Biography-768x471.jpg 768w, https:\/\/infinitylearn.com\/surge\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/Vinesh-Phogat-Biography-150x92.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 940px) 100vw, 940px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>Born on <strong>August 25, 1994<\/strong>, in <strong>Bhiwani<\/strong>, <a href=\"https:\/\/infinitylearn.com\/surge\/social-science\/capital-of-haryana\/\"><strong>Haryana<\/strong><\/a>, Vinesh Phogat comes from a family with a strong wrestling background. Her uncle, <strong>Mahavir Singh Phogat<\/strong>, is a well-respected coach and a recipient of the Dronacharya Award, who played a key role in introducing her to wrestling at a young age.<\/p>\n<div class=\"table-responsive\">\n<table class=\"table table-bordered table-striped\" cellspacing=\"0\" cellpadding=\"5\">\n<tbody>\n<tr style=\"background-color: #89cff0; color: black;\">\n<td>\n<div><strong>Category<\/strong><\/div>\n<\/td>\n<td>\n<div><strong>Details<\/strong><\/div>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>\n<div>Full Name<\/div>\n<\/td>\n<td>\n<div>Vinesh Vinod Phogat<\/div>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>\n<div>Born<\/div>\n<\/td>\n<td>\n<div>August 25, 1994 (age 29) in Balali, Haryana, India<\/div>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>\n<div>Family<\/div>\n<\/td>\n<td>\n<div>Daughter of Vinod Phogat and Sarla Devi; niece of Mahavir Singh Phogat (coach)<\/div>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>\n<div>Education<\/div>\n<\/td>\n<td>\n<div>Completed schooling from Rani Laxmi Bai School, Rohtak<\/div>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>\n<div>Marital Status<\/div>\n<\/td>\n<td>\n<div>Unmarried<\/div>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>\n<div>Coach<\/div>\n<\/td>\n<td>\n<div>Mahavir Singh Phogat (uncle)<\/div>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>\n<div>Notable Injuries<\/div>\n<\/td>\n<td>\n<div>ACL tear during the 2016 Rio Olympics<\/div>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>\n<div>Awards and Honors<\/div>\n<\/td>\n<td>\n<div>&#8211; Arjuna Award (2014)<\/div>\n<div>&#8211; Padma Shri (2022)<\/div>\n<div>&#8211; Nominated for Laureus World Sports Awards (2019)<\/div>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>\n<div>Current Ranking<\/div>\n<\/td>\n<td>\n<div>World No. 1 in the 53 kg category<\/div>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<\/div>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><strong>Read More Biography<\/strong> \u2013 <em><a href=\"https:\/\/infinitylearn.com\/surge\/biography\/neeraj-chopra-biography\/\"><strong><span class=\"post post-post current-item\">Neeraj Chopra Biography<\/span><\/strong><\/a><\/em> | <em><a href=\"https:\/\/infinitylearn.com\/surge\/biography\/swapnil-kusale-biography\/\"><strong><span class=\"post post-post current-item\">Swapnil Kusale Biography<\/span><\/strong><\/a> <\/em><strong><span class=\"post post-post current-item\">| <\/span><\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/infinitylearn.com\/surge\/biography\/manu-bhaker-biography\/\"><strong><span class=\"post post-post current-item\"><em>Manu Bhaker Biography<\/em><\/span><\/strong><\/a><strong><span class=\"post post-post current-item\"><em> | <a href=\"https:\/\/infinitylearn.com\/surge\/biography\/manika-batra-biography\/\">Manika Batra Biography<\/a><\/em><\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Vinesh_Phogat_Biography_-_Early_Life_and_Wrestling_Heritage\"><\/span>Vinesh Phogat Biography &#8211; Early Life and Wrestling Heritage<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Vinesh Phogat faced many challenges as a child, growing up in an environment where cultural norms often discouraged women from participating in sports. However, her family&#8217;s strong wrestling background provided her with the determination and motivation to continue their legacy. With the guidance of her uncle, she began training hard, which played a significant role in shaping her future in wrestling.<\/p>\n<p>Vinesh completed her early education at <strong>KCM Senior Secondary School in Jhojhu Kalan<\/strong>. She then pursued her higher studies at <strong>Maharshi Dayanand University in Rohtak<\/strong>, where she earned her degree. Her strong academic background, combined with her wrestling training, has contributed to her success as a skilled athlete today.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Vinesh_Phogat_Biography_-_Achievements_and_Medals\"><\/span>Vinesh Phogat Biography &#8211; Achievements and Medals<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Vinesh&#8217;s journey in wrestling began with a shining junior career, which quickly transitioned into success on the international stage. <strong>She won her first major international title at the 2014 Commonwealth Games<\/strong>, securing a <strong>gold medal in the 48kg category.<\/strong> This victory was just the beginning of her illustrious career.<\/p>\n<div class=\"table-responsive\">\n<table class=\"table table-bordered table-striped\" cellspacing=\"0\" cellpadding=\"5\">\n<tbody>\n<tr style=\"background-color: #89cff0; color: black;\">\n<td><strong>Achievement<\/strong><\/td>\n<td><strong>Details<\/strong><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><strong>Commonwealth Games Gold Medals<\/strong><\/td>\n<td>2014, 2018, 2022<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><strong>World Championships Bronze Medals<\/strong><\/td>\n<td>2019, 2022<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><strong>Asian Games Gold Medal<\/strong><\/td>\n<td>2018<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><strong>Asian Champion<\/strong><\/td>\n<td>2021<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<\/div>\n<p>Vinesh Phogat&#8217;s success continued as she secured a quota place for the Rio 2016 Olympics by winning her Olympic qualifying event in Istanbul. However, her dreams of winning a medal were cut short when she suffered a dislocated knee during her quarterfinal match against China&#8217;s Sun Yanan. Despite this setback, Vinesh used the injury as motivation to come back stronger.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><strong><em>Do Check \u2013 <a href=\"https:\/\/infinitylearn.com\/surge\/gk-questions\/gk-questions-on-artistic-swimming-olympics\/\">GK Questions on Artistic Swimming at Paris Olympics 2024<\/a><\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Vinesh_Phogats_Biography_Olympic_Journey\"><\/span>Vinesh Phogat\u2019s Biography Olympic Journey<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Vinesh Phogat\u2019s journey to the Olympics has been filled with both triumphs and challenges. After the heartbreaking injury at Rio 2016, she made a remarkable comeback by winning gold medals at both the 2018 Commonwealth Games and the Asian Games. In 2019, she transitioned to the 53kg category and clinched a bronze medal at the World Wrestling Championships, securing her place for the Tokyo 2020 Olympics.<\/p>\n<p>Heading into Tokyo, Vinesh was in excellent form, having remained unbeaten throughout the year and winning gold at the 2021 Asian Championships. However, she faced another setback at the Olympics, losing her match against Belarus\u2019 Vanesa Kaladzinskaya and unable to progress further. Later, Vinesh revealed that she was not in the best physical and mental shape during the games and underwent elbow surgery shortly after.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><em><strong>Must Check \u2013 <a href=\"https:\/\/infinitylearn.com\/surge\/gk-questions\/gk-quiz-on-paris-olympics-2024\/\">GK Quiz on Paris Olympics 2024<\/a><\/strong><\/em><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Vinesh_Phogat_-_Recent_Achievements_and_Recognition\"><\/span>Vinesh Phogat &#8211; Recent Achievements and Recognition<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Vinesh Phogat returned to wrestling in 2022, quickly finding success again. She won a bronze medal at the World Wrestling Championships in Belgrade and a gold medal at the Commonwealth Games in Birmingham. Her achievements were recognized with the BBC Indian Sportswoman of the Year award for 2022. Although she was selected for the Indian squad for the 2023 Asian Games in Hangzhou, she missed the competition due to injury.<\/p>\n<div class=\"table-responsive\">\n<table class=\"table table-bordered table-striped\" cellspacing=\"0\" cellpadding=\"5\">\n<tbody>\n<tr style=\"background-color: #89cff0; color: black;\">\n<td><strong>Latest Updates<\/strong><\/td>\n<td><strong>Details<\/strong><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><strong>Vinesh Phogat News<\/strong><\/td>\n<td>Missed the 2023 Asian Games due to injury<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><strong>Current Focus<\/strong><\/td>\n<td>Recovery and preparation for future competitions<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<\/div>\n<p>Vinesh Phogat has achieved remarkable success in her wrestling career, winning numerous prestigious titles:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Gold Medalist<\/strong> at the 2018 Asian Games<\/li>\n<li><strong>Gold Medalist<\/strong> at the 2018 Commonwealth Games<\/li>\n<li><strong>Bronze Medalist<\/strong> at the 2019 World Wrestling Championships<\/li>\n<li><strong>Two-time Asian Championship Gold Medalist<\/strong> (2018, 2019)<\/li>\n<li><strong>Three-time Commonwealth Championship Gold Medalist<\/strong> (2016, 2017, 2018)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>These accolades showcase Vinesh&#8217;s exceptional talent, hard work, and dedication to the sport.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><em><strong>Also Check \u2013 <a href=\"https:\/\/infinitylearn.com\/surge\/gk-questions\/gk-quiz-on-shooting-at-paris-olympics-2024\/\">GK Quiz on Shooting at Paris Olympics 2024<\/a><\/strong><\/em><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Conclusion\"><\/span>Conclusion<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Vinesh Phogat&#8217;s journey is a powerful testament to her strength, resilience, and unwavering dedication to wrestling. From overcoming societal barriers to becoming a two-time Olympian, Vinesh has left an indelible mark on Indian sports. Her story continues to inspire many, making her a true champion both on and off the mat.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Vinesh_Phogat_Biography_FAQs\"><\/span>Vinesh Phogat Biography FAQs<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\t\t<section class=\"sc_fs_faq sc_card \">\n\t\t\t<div>\n\t\t\t\t<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Who_is_Vinesh_Phogat\"><\/span>Who is Vinesh Phogat?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\t\t\t\t<div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p>\n\t\t\t\t\t\tVinesh Phogat is a prominent Indian wrestler born on August 25, 1994, in Bhiwani, Haryana. She comes from a well-known wrestling family and has achieved significant success in national and international competitions. \t\t\t\t\t<\/p>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t<section class=\"sc_fs_faq sc_card \">\n\t\t\t<div>\n\t\t\t\t<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_are_some_of_Vinesh_Phogats_major_achievements\"><\/span>What are some of Vinesh Phogat&#039;s major achievements?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\t\t\t\t<div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p>\n\t\t\t\t\t\tVinesh Phogat became the first Indian woman wrestler to win a gold medal at the Asian Games in 2018. She has also earned multiple medals in other international wrestling competitions. \t\t\t\t\t<\/p>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t<section class=\"sc_fs_faq sc_card \">\n\t\t\t<div>\n\t\t\t\t<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_happened_to_Vinesh_Phogat_at_the_Paris_Olympics_2024\"><\/span>What happened to Vinesh Phogat at the Paris Olympics 2024?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\t\t\t\t<div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p>\n\t\t\t\t\t\tAt the Paris Olympics 2024, Vinesh Phogat was disqualified from the women's freestyle 50kg final for being 100 grams overweight during the weigh-in. Despite this setback, she was the first Indian woman wrestler to reach the gold medal bout in the event. \t\t\t\t\t<\/p>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t<section class=\"sc_fs_faq sc_card \">\n\t\t\t<div>\n\t\t\t\t<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_did_Vinesh_Phogat_announce_her_retirement\"><\/span>Why did Vinesh Phogat announce her retirement?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\t\t\t\t<div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p>\n\t\t\t\t\t\tVinesh Phogat announced her retirement after being disqualified from the Paris Olympics 2024. She expressed her decision in an emotional social media statement, citing dashed hopes and broken bravery as reasons for stepping away from the sport.\t\t\t\t\t<\/p>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t<section class=\"sc_fs_faq sc_card \">\n\t\t\t<div>\n\t\t\t\t<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_is_Vinesh_Phogats_legacy_in_Indian_wrestling\"><\/span>What is Vinesh Phogat&#039;s legacy in Indian wrestling?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\t\t\t\t<div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p>\n\t\t\t\t\t\tVinesh Phogat's legacy in Indian wrestling is marked by her groundbreaking achievements and inspiring journey. 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