In a major development, the United World Wrestling, wrestling's governing body in the world, suspended the WFI for not holding elections on time. As a result, the Indian wrestlers will be able to compete in global events, but as 'neutral athletes'. Moreover, they will not be able to represent the Indian flag, at the upcoming World Wrestling Championships in September. The WFI elections have repeatedly been delayed as a result of the myriad of controversies surrounding the federation. The WFI elections were originally supposed to be held within a 45-day deadline set by the UWW after the IOA had appointed an ad-hoc committee on April 27. United World Wrestling Suspends WFI With Immediate Effect Due to Federation’s Delay in Holding Elections.
Indian Wrestlers to Not Compete Under Indian Flag After WFI's Suspension
BREAKING
Wrestling federation of India's membership suspended on world stage.
Membership of the Wrestling Federation of India (WFI) has been suspended indefinitely by United World Wrestling (UWW) for failing to hold elections.
Indian wrestlers won't play under Indian flag
— Siddhu Manchikanti Potharaju (@SiDManchikanti) August 24, 2023
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