Olympic Medallist Misses 57kg Freestyle Event After Failing Weigh-In by 1.7kg in Zagreb
In a major blow to India’s medal hopes at the World Wrestling Championships 2025 in Zagreb, Olympic bronze medallist Aman Sehrawat was disqualified from the men’s freestyle 57kg category on Sunday after being found overweight by 1.7 kilograms during the official weigh-in.
What Happened?
- Location: Zagreb, Croatia
- Incident Date: September 14, 2025
- Overweight By: 1.7 kg (1700 grams)
- Result: Disqualified from the 57kg freestyle category
Aman Sehrawat, one of India’s top wrestling prospects and a bronze medallist at the Paris Olympics, had arrived in Zagreb on August 25 for an acclimatisation camp along with other Indian wrestlers. Despite having ample time to adjust and make weight, he was declared ineligible due to exceeding the category limit during weigh-in.
Officials React
A source from the Indian contingent expressed frustration over the incident:
“It’s unfortunate and surprising that Aman could not maintain his weight. He was overweight by 1700 grams when he stood on the scale. This is not acceptable. How he gained that much is beyond us.”
A Missed Opportunity for India
- Aman was one of India’s strongest medal contenders at the event.
- He trains at Chhattrasal Stadium, known for producing world-class wrestlers.
- With his Olympic track record, expectations were high for a podium finish.
His disqualification is a setback for India’s overall medal tally and raises questions about the training and fitness management of elite athletes ahead of key international tournaments.
Summary
The incident marks a rare but serious lapse in weight management by an elite athlete. With strict weight categories in professional wrestling, even minor deviations result in automatic disqualification. For Aman Sehrawat, this could be a learning moment and a wake-up call for Indian wrestling authorities to ensure better oversight ahead of global events.
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