Vinesh Phogat's Spectacular Strategy Stuns Invincible Yui Susaki

Vinesh Phogat pulled off a remarkable upset at the Paris Games by defeating the previously unbeaten Japanese wrestler Yui Susaki. She then advanced to the 50kg semifinal after overcoming Ukraine's Oksana Livach. This win brings her closer to earning her first Olympic medal, following two previous Olympic disappointments.

In a stunning turn of events at the Paris Games, Vinesh Phogat overcame what seemed to be an invincible opponent in Japan's Yui Susaki. Susaki, a Tokyo gold medalist and four-time World Champion, had never lost any of her international bouts until Vinesh secured a 3-2 victory.

Building on this incredible momentum, Vinesh went on to defeat Ukraine's Oksana Livach with a 7-5 score, thus moving into the women's 50kg semifinal. This win marks a significant milestone for the 29-year-old, who had previously faced heartbreak in both Rio and Tokyo Olympic Games.

Phogat's brave performance serves as a beacon of hope for Indian wrestling, particularly after teammate Nisha Dahiya was forced to exit the competition due to a shoulder injury. India's national coach Virender Dahiya hailed her achievement as nothing short of miraculous.

(With inputs from agencies.)