Asian Games 2018: Phogat's performance will inspire others, says PM Modi
Phogat won gold in the 50-kg category at the 18th edition of the tournament, held in Indonesia
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India's Vinesh Phogat celebrates after winning the Gold medal in women's freestyle 50 kg wrestling at the Asian Games 2018, in Jakarta. Photo: PTI
Prime Minister Narendra Modi congratulated Vinesh Phogat, who created history today by becoming the first Indian woman wrestler to win a gold medal at the Asian Games.
"India rejoices in the victory of @Phogat_Vinesh," Modi tweeted. The prime minister added that Phogat's repeated success would inspire upcoming athletes.
Phogat won gold in the 50-kg category at the 18th edition of the tournament, held in Indonesia.
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First Published: Aug 21 2018 | 6:44 AM IST