India, May 30 -- The Supreme Court on Friday permitted wrestler Vinesh Phogat to participate in the selection trials for the Asian Games 2026, scheduled to be held on May 30 and 31, providing a major boost to the celebrated athlete's bid for a return to international competition.

A bench comprising Justices P S Narasimha and Alok Aradhe passed the order while hearing a petition filed by the Wrestling Federation of India (WFI) challenging a Delhi High Court ruling that allowed Phogat to compete in the trials.

Observing that expectations had already been raised following the High Court's decision, the bench remarked that it would not be appropriate to deny her participation at this stage.

"Today, at this stage, the High Court having pass...