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Giuseppe DelfinoItalian fencer
Date of Birth: 22.11.1921
Country:  Italy |
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Giuseppe Delfino: Italian Fencing Legend
Giuseppe Delfino, an esteemed Italian fencer, emerged as a true icon in the world of fencing. Boasting an impressive record, he achieved the pinnacle of success by claiming four Olympic gold medals and six World Championship titles. His specialty lay in épée fencing.
Olympic Brilliance
Among Italian fencers, Delfino stands tall only behind the illustrious Édouard Mangiarotti and Nedo Nadi (each with six gold medals). His triumph in the individual épée event at the 1960 Rome Olympics marked Italy's sixth consecutive victory in the discipline since 1932. It was a remarkable feat that went unmatched for 48 years, until Matteo Tagliariol's triumph in Beijing 2008.
Flag Bearer and Final Medal
In 1964, Delfino carried the Italian flag at the Tokyo Olympics. At the age of 42, he claimed his final Olympic accolade, cementing his status as a fencing legend. His achievements have left an enduring mark on Italian sports history.
