Vinesh Phogat Age, Height, Family, Career, Net Worth, Lifestyle & Facts

PERSONAL INFORMATION

Profession: Freestyle Wrestler

Date of Birth: 25 August 1994 (Thursday)

Age (as of 2024): 30 Years

Birthplace: Balali, Haryana, India

Zodiac sign: Virgo

Nationality: Indian

Hometown: Balali, Haryana, India

Marriage Date: 13 December 2018

Marriage Place: Balali village, Charkhi Dadri district, Haryana

Age: 30 Years

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EDUCATION

School: K C M Sr Sec School Jhojhu Kalan, Haryana

College/University: MDU, Rohtak, Haryana

PHYSICAL STATISTICS

Height (approx.): in centimeters- 160 cm in meters- 1.60 m in feet Inches- 5’ 3”

Weight (approx.): in kilograms- 56 kg in pounds- 123 lbs

Eye Colour: Black

Hair Colour: Black

Height: 5’ 3”

FAMILY & RELATIONSHIPS

Marital Status: Married

Affairs/Boyfriends: Somvir Rathee (Wrestler) [4] Amar Ujala

Husband: Somvir Rathee (m. 2018-present)

Parents: Father – Rajpal Singh Phogat (Died) Mother – Prem Lata Phogat

Siblings: Brother – Harvinder Phogat Sister – Priyanka Phogat (Wrestler) Babita Kumari (Westler, Cousin), Ritu Phogat (Wrestler, Cousin), Geeta Phogat (Wrestler, Cousin)

CAREER HIGHLIGHTS

International Debut: Asian Wrestling Championships (2013)

MONEY FACTOR

Car Collection: • Volvo XC • Hyundai Creta • Toyota Innova

Assets/Properties (as of 2024): Movable Assets • Cash: Rs. 1,95,000 • Bank Deposits: Rs. 39,83,473 • Details of Investment in NSS and Postal Savings: Rs. 1,50,000 • Motor Vehicles: Rs. 64,46,662 • Jewellery: Rs. 2,29,000 Immovable Assets • Residential Buildings: Rs. 1,85,00,000

Net Worth: Rs. 2,81,42,353 (2.81 Crore) (as of 2024)

OTHER INFORMATION

Category: 48 kg/50 kg/53 kg

Retirement: 8 August 2024

Coach/Mentors: • Mahavir Singh Phogat • Woller Akos

Medals: World Championships • 2019: Bronze medal – third place at Sultan in 53 kg Commonwealth Games • 2014: Gold medal – first place at Glasgow in 48 kg • 2018: Gold medal – first place at Gold Coast in 50 kg Asian Games • 2018: Gold medal – first place at Jakarta in 50 kg • 2014: Bronze medal – third place at Incheon in 48 kg Asian Championships • 2021: Gold medal – first place at Almaty in 53 kg • 2015: Silver medal – second place at Doha in 48 kg • 2017: Silver medal – second place at New Delhi in 55 kg • 2018: Silver medal – second place at Bishkek in 50 kg • 2018: Bronze medal – third place at New Delhi in 51 kg • 2016: Bronze medal – third place at Bangkok in 53 kg • 2019: Bronze medal – third-place at Xi’an in 53 kg • 2020: Bronze medal – third place at New Delhi in 53 kg Youth Wrestling Championship • 2013: Silver medal – second place at Johannesburg in 51 kg

Record: Became the first Indian female wrestler to compete for Gold in an Olympic final (6 August 2024)

Political Party: Indian National Congress (INC)

Political Journey: • Joined the Indian National Congress (September 2024) • Contested and won the 2024 Haryana Legilsative Assembly elections from the Julana constituency

Address: H.No 50, Village Balali, Dadri, Charkhi Dadri

Hobbies: Reading

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Bike Collection: TVS Jupiter

INTERESTING BACKGROUND INFORMATION

Vinesh Phogat is a celebrated Indian wrestler whose remarkable achievements have made her a significant figure in the world of sports. Renowned for her prowess on the mat, she became the first Indian woman wrestler to clinch gold medals at both the Commonwealth and Asian Games. Her exceptional talent and dedication earned her the distinction of being the first female athlete in India nominated for the prestigious Laureus World Sports Awards in 2019. Raised in a challenging environment after losing her father at a young age, Vinesh was nurtured by her mother, which instilled in her the resilience and determination that would later define her wrestling career. Her uncle, Mahavir Singh Phogat, a distinguished amateur wrestler and Olympic coach, played an instrumental role in shaping her journey, creating a legacy that would inspire many.

Vinesh’s ascent in wrestling began early in her career, demonstrating her capabilities on various platforms. In 2013, she made her mark at the Asian Wrestling Championships held in New Delhi by securing a bronze medal in the women’s freestyle 52 kg category. This achievement was quickly followed by a silver medal at the Commonwealth Wrestling Championships in Johannesburg, where she faced off against Nigeria’s Odunayo Adekuoroye in a competitive bout. Her breakthrough came in 2014 when she won gold at the Commonwealth Games in Glasgow, defeating England’s Yana Rattigan in the women’s freestyle 48 kg category. That same year, she earned a bronze medal at the Asian Games in Incheon, further cementing her status as a formidable competitor.

The release of the biopic “Dangal” in 2016, which showcased her family’s journey in wrestling, brought Vinesh into the national spotlight. She qualified for the Rio Olympics in the same year, although her journey ended in the quarter-finals due to an unfortunate knee injury sustained during her match against China’s Sun Yanan. Following these trials, Vinesh continued to ascend in her career, marrying fellow wrestler Somvir Rathee in December 2018, a relationship that blossomed while they were both employees of Indian Railways. The year 2018 was particularly fruitful for her; she won gold medals at both the Commonwealth Games in Gold Coast and the Asian Games, making history as the first Indian woman wrestler to secure gold at the Asian Games. Vogue India recognized her achievements by presenting her with the Woman of the Year award that same year.

As Vinesh’s accomplishments continued to accumulate, she captured numerous accolades through 2019 and 2020, including her first-ever World Championship medal and multiple gold medals at prestigious events like the Yasar Dogu International and the Rome Ranking Series. Despite the challenges posed by the COVID-19 pandemic, Vinesh maintained her training regimen, adapting to the circumstances. However, her Olympic aspirations faced a setback during the Tokyo 2020 Games, where she was unable to secure a medal. In February 2021, she reaffirmed her dominance by winning gold medals at various international tournaments, including the Matteo Pellicone Ranking Series.

Her journey took a dramatic turn at the 2024 Paris Olympics, where she faced disqualification due to being overweight. Following this, Vinesh decided to retire from wrestling, expressing her emotional turmoil over the loss. Despite efforts to appeal the disqualification, including the involvement of noted advocate Harish Salve and a plea to the Court of Arbitration for Sport, her efforts did not result in a favorable outcome. In September 2024, Vinesh made a significant life choice by resigning from her government job to join the Indian National Congress (INC), alongside fellow wrestler Bajrang Punia. Her political aspirations culminated in her victory in the Haryana Vidhan Sabha elections from the Julana constituency, where she triumphed against the BJP candidate with a substantial margin. Through her journey, Vinesh Phogat has not only made a name for herself as an athlete but has also transitioned into a role where she aims to make a difference beyond the wrestling mat.

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Note: All biographical information compiled from publicly available sources.