Italian fencer Garozzo wins men’s foil gold

Italy's Daniele Garozzo won gold in the men's foil at the Olympic fencing on Sunday, defeating Alexander Massialas of the United States in the final.

Published: 8 August 2016 08:15 CEST

Italy's Daniele Garozzo celebrates after winning gold in the men's foil in fencing. Photo: Fabrice Coffrini/AFP

The 24-year-old Garozzo recaptured a title last won by Italy in the 1996 Games in Atlanta, winning by 15 to 11.

Russia's Timur Safin won the bronze medal match, beating Britain's Richard Kruse by 15-13.

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