TEARFUL Vinesh PHOGAT Receives Hero's Welcome

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Wrestler Vinesh Phogat received an enormous welcome upon her return to India from the Paris Olympics 2024.

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A packed Delhi airport greeted Vinesh, cheering her on.

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Vinesh, who lost out on a medal due to being 100gm over the weight limit, was visibly emotional.

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She was accompanied by her family members and fellow wrestlers Sakshi Malik and Bajrang Punia.

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Vinesh broke down after seeing her family and close ones, and hailed the fans.

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"I thank all countrymen, I am very fortunate," she said.

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Security had been tightened at the Indira Gandhi International Airport prior to her arrival.

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Vinesh is expected to head to her village, Balali, later in the day.

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