Vinesh will be replaced by the Cuban wrestler, Yuznelys Guzman, whom she beat on Tuesday.
'PM spoke to IOA President P T Usha and sought first hand information on the issue and the options India has in the wake of Vinesh's setback.'
As per Article 11 of Chapter 3 - Competition Procedure of United World Wrestling's ruling on weigh-ins: The weigh-ins for wrestlers take place in the morning on the day of their competition.
And her indomitable spirit was saluted as she received support from all quarters on social media after storming into the women's 50 kg freestyle semis, on Tuesday.
Later in the evening, Vinesh will face Cuba's Yusneylis Guzman Lopez in the last-four stage. A win will assure her of at least a silver while a loss will take her into the bronze medal playoff.
The Brazilian's victory was highlighted by Biles' sportsmanship, as she bowed to Andrade on the podium.
He is the first athlete to retain the pole vault title in nearly seven decades.
'Despite their contrasting playing styles -- Sindhu's calm demeanour versus Marin's fiery intensity -- the two aces share an undeniable bond. Their mutual respect for each other's abilities is evident in their interactions off the court.'
Following is India's schedule on Tuesday, Day 11 of the Paris Olympics: (All timings in IST):
Double Olympic medallist Manu Bhaker to be India's flag bearer at closing ceremony in Paris
Following is India's schedule on Monday, Day 10 of the Paris Olympics
Novak Djokovic's journey to the podium was fuelled by unwavering determination and the unwavering support of his young daughter, Tara.
Following is India's schedule on Sunday, Day 9 of the Paris Olympics: (All timings in IST)
Following is India's schedule on Day 7 of the Paris Olympics on Friday: (All timings in IST)
As she continues to defy expectations and rewrite the record books, one thing is certain: Simone Biles' legacy as the queen of gymnastics is secure.
India's schedule on Day 7 of the Paris Olympics on Friday.
'My sport requires me to be as calm and patient as he is on the field.' 'I also relate to his story as I am a ticket collector like he was.'
The heart of India's track and field hopes for the Paris Olympics is captured in this single frame.
Check out Indian athletes' schedule for Thursday, August 1, Day 6 of competition
It was poetry in motion as Simone Biles mesmerised spectators at the Bercy Arena in Paris and watching all over the world with her dazzling routines to win her fifth Olympic gold medal as she made a triumphant return to the women's gymnastics team final at the Paris Games on Tuesday.
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