The Wrestling Federation of India (WFI) has decided to forgo national trials for selecting the contingent for the 2024 Paris Olympics. This decision, announced after an executive committee meeting, ensures that the six quota-winning grapplers will represent India at the Games.
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- WFI cancels national trials for 2024 Paris Olympics.
- Decision follows an executive committee meeting.
- Six quota winners confirmed to represent India.
- Previous practice reinstated to send quota winners directly.
- Move requested by qualified wrestlers focusing on preparations.
- Aman Sehrawat, Nisha Dahiya, Reetika Hooda among those requesting.
- Vinesh Phogat must compete in 50kg category, not 53kg.
- Phogat had led protests against former WFI president.
- Phogat previously requested official trials announcement via social media.
- Decision impacts competition dynamics and athlete preparations.
