Summary
- The Delhi High Court has denied Vinesh Phogat's request for interim permission to compete in the Women's Selection Trials for the 2026 Senior World Wrestling Championships, citing fairness to other athletes.
- The Court emphasized that granting her a special exemption would open a "Pandora's box" of similar requests from others.
- Phogat's exclusion stems from a selection policy by the Wrestling Federation of India, which was deemed prima facie arbitrary in earlier proceedings but is still under review.
- The case highlights ongoing issues around eligibility criteria and pending disciplinary actions against Phogat, with further hearings scheduled for September 29, 2026.
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