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Sabers Matías González and Isabella Rodríguez, and foil fencer Sara Rodríguez won the first Colombian medals in the South American Pre-Cadet, Cadet and Junior Fencing Championship, which is taking place at the ‘Club Atlético Provincial de Rosario’ from September 16 to 21 in Argentina.
Silver for Antioquia
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On Tuesday, in the pre-cadet sabre category, Matías advanced to the final draw after obtaining four victories in the third pool. In the round of 32, our representative had no pairing and in the round of 16 he beat Chilean Torsten Schaa.
In the round of 16, González defeated Bolivian Alejandro Romero and in the semi-finals he did the same against Joaquim Peluso (Brazil). However, in the match for gold, the Antioquian lost to Ecuadorian José Daniel Valencia and won the silver medal of the competition.
Two bronzes
Without changing her weapon, but rather her branch, Sara Rodríguez took third place in the pre-cadet category. In the Poule 1, the Colombian achieved three victories and moved on to the final draw where, in the round of 32, she had no pairing.
During the round of 16, Sara won against Malena Gagliardi (Argentina) and in the round of 16 she defeated the Brazilian Lais Tosta. However, in the semi-finals, the Colombian was eliminated against Carolina Szasz (Brazil).
This Monday in the pre-cadet category foil event, after overcoming pool two, Isabella Rodríguez’s participation in the final draw began in the round of 32, facing and beating fellow Colombian Ana Isabel Millán.
In the round of 16, the Colombian won against Argentina’s Francesca Zeller and in the round of eight against Bolivian Victoria Montaño. In the semi-finals, Isabella was eliminated by Peru’s Astrid Bravo, who was the champion of the event after beating Brazil’s Valentina Basso in the final.
This Tuesday, September 17, in addition to the sabre competition in the pre-cadet category, the individual female epee competition in the cadet category was held and, at this moment, the competition for the same weapon and category is taking place in the male branch.
Photo courtesy of Sudamericano 2024.
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What achievements did Colombian fencers attain at the South American Youth Fencing Championship?
Colombian Fencers Shine at South American Youth Fencing Championship with Three Medals
The South American Pre-Cadet, Cadet and Junior Fencing Championship, held at the ‘Club Atlético Provincial de Rosario’ in Argentina from September 16 to 21, has seen Colombian fencers make their mark on the international stage. Three young athletes from Colombia have won medals in the championships, bringing pride to their country and showcasing their skills in the sport of fencing.
Matías González Wins Silver in Sabre Event
In the pre-cadet sabre category, Matías González from Antioquia won the silver medal, making him the first Colombian to win a medal in the championship. González advanced to the final draw after securing four victories in the third pool. He then defeated Chilean Torsten Schaa in the round of 32 and Bolivian Alejandro Romero in the round of 16. In the semi-finals, he won against Joaquim Peluso from Brazil, before ultimately losing to Ecuadorian José Daniel Valencia in the gold medal match.
Sara Rodríguez and Isabella Rodríguez Win Bronze Medals
Sara Rodríguez, also from Colombia, won the bronze medal in the pre-cadet foil event. She achieved three victories in Poule 1 and moved on to the final draw, where she won against Malena Gagliardi from Argentina in the round of 32 and Lais Tosta from Brazil in the round of 16. Although she was eliminated by Carolina Szasz from Brazil in the semi-finals, her third-place finish earned her the bronze medal.
Isabella Rodríguez, another talented Colombian fencer, won the bronze medal in the pre-cadet category foil event. After overcoming pool two, she began her participation in the final draw in the round of 32, where she defeated fellow Colombian Ana Isabel Millán. She then won against Argentina’s Francesca Zeller in the round of 16 and Bolivian Victoria Montaño in the round of eight. Although she was eliminated by Peru’s Astrid Bravo in the semi-finals, her third-place finish secured her the bronze medal.
Colombian Fencers Make Their Mark
The three medals won by Colombian fencers at the South American Pre-Cadet, Cadet and Junior Fencing Championship are a testament to the country’s growing presence in the sport of fencing. With these impressive performances, Colombia is positioning itself as a force to be reckoned with in international fencing competitions.
Fencing in Colombia
Fencing is a growing sport in Colombia, with many young athletes taking up the sport across the country. The Colombian Fencing Federation (FCCE) has been working tirelessly to promote the sport and develop young talent. The success of Matías González, Sara Rodríguez, and Isabella Rodríguez at the South American Championship is a reflection of the hard work and dedication of the FCCE and the athletes themselves.
Conclusion
The three medals won by Colombian fencers at the South American Pre-Cadet, Cadet and Junior Fencing Championship are a proud moment for the country. Matías González, Sara Rodríguez, and Isabella Rodríguez have shown the world what they are capable of, and their achievements will undoubtedly inspire future generations of Colombian fencers. As the sport of fencing continues to grow in Colombia, we can expect to see more success stories like these in the years to come.
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– What were the main achievements of Colombian fencers at the South American Youth Fencing Championship?
Three Medals for Colombia at the South American Youth Fencing Championship: Silver for Antioquia
Colombian fencers have made the nation proud by securing three medals at the prestigious South American Pre-Cadet, Cadet and Junior Fencing Championship, currently underway in Argentina from September 16 to 21.
Silver for Antioquia
In a magnificent display of skill and determination, Antioquian Matías González clinched the silver medal in the pre-cadet sabre category. González’s journey to the final began with four victories in the third pool, followed by a bye in the round of 32. He then defeated Chilean Torsten Schaa in the round of 16 and Bolivian Alejandro Romero in the quarterfinals. Although he lost to Ecuadorian José Daniel Valencia in the final, González’s silver medal is a remarkable achievement for Colombia.
Two Bronzes
In addition to González’s silver, Colombia secured two bronze medals through the exceptional performances of Sara Rodríguez and Isabella Rodríguez. Sara Rodríguez took third place in the pre-cadet category, while Isabella Rodríguez won bronze in the pre-cadet category foil event.
Sara Rodríguez’s journey began with three victories in Poule 1, which earned her a spot in the final draw. She then defeated Malena Gagliardi of Argentina in the round of 32 and Lais Tosta of Brazil in the round of 16. Although she was eliminated by Carolina Szasz of Brazil in the semifinals, Sara’s bronze medal is a testament to her skills and hard work.
Isabella Rodríguez’s participation in the pre-cadet category foil event was nothing short of impressive. After overcoming pool two, she began her journey in the round of 32, where she defeated fellow Colombian Ana Isabel Millán. She then won against Argentina’s Francesca Zeller in the round of 16 and Bolivia’s Victoria Montaño in the quarterfinals. Although she was eliminated by Peru’s Astrid Bravo in the semifinals, Isabella’s bronze medal is a remarkable achievement for Colombia.
What Achievements did Colombian Fencers Attain at the South American Youth Fencing Championship?
The South American Pre-Cadet, Cadet and Junior Fencing Championship has proven to be a platform for Colombian fencers to showcase their skills and talent. With three medals secured so far, Colombia is making a statement in the fencing world. The championship, which concludes on September 21, will see more Colombian fencers participating in various events, including the individual female epee competition in the cadet category and the male branch.
As the competition unfolds, Colombian fencers are proving that they have what it takes to succeed at the international level. With hard work, dedication, and a passion for fencing, these young athletes are making their nation proud and paving the way for future generations of fencers.
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