Delhi High Court denies Vinesh Phogat exemption for World Championships trials

The Delhi High Court has rejected Vinesh Phogat's plea for an interim exemption to compete in the selection trials for the 2026 Senior World Championships. The court emphasized the importance of maintaining uniform eligibility standards applicable to all athletes.

While the court acknowledged that Phogat's maternity-related challenges may be reviewed in terms of policy validity, it declined to grant interim relief. This decision effectively bars her participation in the upcoming trials.