Vinesh Phogat Poem by Vinaya Joseph

In Paris,
Where the Olympic flame did burn,
And dreams and hopes began to turn,
A champion stood,
Her spirit bright,
Yet fate's cruel hand altered the night.

Vinesh Phogat,
In the arena grand,
At the Olympics 2024,
You took your stand.
You fought with courage,
Hand in hand,
Yet fate dealt a blow, not as planned.

For just a hundred grams astray,
A bitter twist stole gold away.
Though disqualification dimmed the light,
Your spirit soared,
A brilliant sight.

Across the fields and valleys,
The echoes of our cheers reside.
A thousand voices strong and true,
Stand firm in solidarity with you.

For life's a race not won by gold,
But by the spirit, brave and bold.
Though medals may not mark your chest,
Your valor has passed every test.

The banners wave,
The anthem sings,
In every heart,
Your story rings.
You've touched the souls of those you've met,
With courage fierce, and no regret.

So when the shadows stretch and wane,
And doubts may linger, stir your pain,
Remember this: we stand with you,
A nation's heart, both fierce and true.

For every dawn that breaks anew,
Is a chance to rise,
To start afresh.
Life flows on,
And so must you,
With strength renewed,
And spirit blessed.

In every cheer,
In every voice,
Find solace in this boundless choice:
To honor you,
To hold you near,
For in our hearts,
You've won the cheer.