Ukraine has won 10 medals so far at the Paris Olympics. Each has been celebrated in the war-torn country as a symbol of resilience and defiance.
Tag: Fencing (Sport)
Hong Kong Taunts Italy With Pineapple Pizza After Olympics Fencing Win
After a fencer from Hong Kong beat an Italian for a gold medal, Pizza Hut’s offer of free pineapple toppings in Hong Kong was the city’s second jab at Italy.
Ukraine’s Olha Kharlan Wins Bronze in Fencing at Olympics
The war has torn apart old alliances in fencing, and heightened the acrimony between Russia and Ukraine.
Fencing Rattled by Suspensions and Accusations Ahead of Olympics
Concerns about refereeing integrity and preferential treatment for top saber competitors have cast a shadow over a sport decided by the finest of margins.
Ukrainian Fencer Disqualified After Not Shaking Hands With Russian Opponent
The 17-month war continues to disrupt competitions a year before the Summer Olympic Games in Paris.
David Dushman, Soviet Soldier Who Helped Liberate Auschwitz, Dies at 98
Mr. Dushman is believed to have been the last surviving liberator of the camp. He went on to become a decorated fencer.