Sakshi Malik, Vinesh Phogat first Indian female wrestlers to compete at the Olympics

Q.  Which Indian wrestlers will compete in the Rio Olympics for the first time?
- Published on 10 May 16

a. Vinesh Phogat
b. Sakshi Malik
c. Both of the above
d. None of the above

ANSWER: Both of the above
 
Vinesh Phogat and Sakshi Malik earned 2016 Rio Olympics quota spots in wrestling, as they entered the final of 2nd Olympic Games World Qualifying Tournament in Istanbul, Turkey.
  • This is the first time two female Indian wrestlers will compete at the Olympics.
  • While Vinesh earned the spot in 48 kg, Sakshi earned quota in the 58 kg.

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