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ECH Naples - Day 4: Results and Interviews
Competition
The European Cadet and Junior Championships in Naples continued to captivate fencing enthusiasts with a day filled with intense team competitions in women's epee, men's foil, and men's sabre. The arena echoed with cheers and determination as talented young fencers showcased their skills and strategic prowess in pursuit of victory.
Cadet Womens Epee Team
The women's epee team competition witnessed a thrilling display of talent and determination as teams clashed on the piste. Ukraine emerged victorious, showcasing exceptional coordination and fencing prowess. The team's stellar performance, led by Emili Conrad, Mariia Sereda, Anna Makymenko, and Alina Dmytruk, exemplified their commitment to excellence, securing the top position. Poland and Estonia also delivered strong performances, claiming the second and third spots on the podium, respectively.
In the interview, the Ukrainian team described today as a long-awaited victory. They highlighted that all matches were intense, with the toughest being against Poland in the final. Despite the stress, they managed to overcome it and complete their mission. The superpower of their team today was the strong desire to bring glory to their country and to hear their national anthem at the end of the day.
Cadet Womens Epee Team:
1. UKRAINE
- Emili Conrad
- Mariia Sereda
- Anna Makymenko
- Alina Dmytruk
2. POLAND
- Alicja Goczal
- Magda Ratyna
- Laura Misiak
- Oliwia Janeczek
3. ESTONIA
- Julia Trynova
- Eliisa Kikerpill
- Ksenja Parlin
- Aleksandra Nikolajeva
Cadet Mens Foil Team
The Cadet Men's Foil Team competition at the European Championships in Naples was a stage for intense battles and exceptional fencing prowess. The Israeli team, consisting of Crystal Ran Traitel, Eitan Lemberger, Evyatar Koren, and Samuel Cohen, demonstrated outstanding performance, clinching the gold medal with their strategic brilliance and cohesive teamwork. Their tactical finesse and unwavering determination propelled them to victory, showcasing remarkable skill and dedication to the sport.
In an interview with the Israeli team, they expressed their elation at the day's success, attributing it to their hard work paying off. While individual performances may not have met expectations previously, today they showcased their true capabilities. Overcoming the challenge of fencing the Italian team in their own homeland was a significant obstacle. The team's superpower, they revealed, stemmed from their unwavering belief in their ability to emerge victorious.
Cadet Mens Foil Team:
1. ISRAEL
- Traitel Crystal Ran
- Lemberger Eitan
- Koren Evyatar
- Soriano Ilay
2. FRANCE
- Boumaza Mahel
- Watson Guillaume
- Parpeyrat Fournel Ulisse
- Gaven Mary Thibault
3. ITALY
- Conticini Mattia
- Pasin Elia
- Panazzolo Marco
- Iaquinta Emanuele
Cadet Mens Sabre Team
The Cadet Men's Sabre Team event at the competition showcased exemplary skill and teamwork, culminating in Italy clinching the gold medal. Massimo Sibillo, Valerio Reale, Leonardo Reale, and Christian Murtas showcased their dominance with a remarkable display of technique and resolve. Notably, Bulgaria and Hungary delivered strong performances, securing second and third place, respectively.
During the interview with the winning team, reflecting on the day's triumphs, Massimo Sibillo expressed his elation, describing it as a "fantastic day" that served as redemption post-individual events. He emphasized their team's superior performance over their opponents. Leonardo Reale highlighted the challenging bout against Hungary, stating, "Hungary - the toughest bout because we made life difficult for ourselves, struggling to stay composed as in the final."
When discussing each member's standout quality during the competition, they unanimously agreed on Leonardo's clarity, Christian's consistency, Massimo's enthusiasm, and Valerio's tenacity.
Cadet Mens Sabre Team:
1. ITALY
- Massimo Sibillo
- Valerio Reale
- Leonardo Reale
- Christian Murtas
2. BULGARIA
- Simeon Dalekov
- Nikola Gospodinov
- Nikola-Tomas Georgiev
- Nikola Meicov
3. HUNGARY
- Daniel Berkeszi
- Botond Csoba
- Akos Fabo
- Lorinc Kovacs
In conclusion, the Cadet competitions at European Champipnships in Naples have come to a thrilling end today, with teams showcasing remarkable talent and sportsmanship throughout the event. Tomorrow marks the beginning of the Junior competition, featuring men's epee, women's foil, and women's sabre events. Stay tuned for more exciting updates as we continue to witness the fierce competition and rising stars in the world of fencing.