WFI chief Sanjay Singh criticises US Embassy after nine wrestlers denied visas for 2026 U23 Worlds in Las Vegas

WFI president Sanjay Singh criticised the US Embassy on 14 October 2026 after nine Indian wrestlers were denied visas for the 2026 U23 World Wrestling Championships in Las Vegas. He blamed the decision for costing India potential gold medals.

The men’s freestyle team received clearance, while Greco-Roman and women’s wrestlers were affected. Vishvajit More reached the 55kg Greco-Roman final, keeping India’s gold medal hopes alive.