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Park Sang-youngSouth Korean right-handed fencer
Date of Birth: 16.10.1995
Country:  South Korea |
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Early Life and Career
Park Sang-young, a right-handed South Korean fencer, was a two-time Asian team champion and the 2016 Olympic individual sabre champion. He was crowned the junior world champion in Moscow in 2012.
Breakthrough Season
In the 2013–14 season, Park made his transition to the senior category. During this season, he emerged as a force to reckon with, winning the Doha Grand Prix and the Bern Grand Prix in 2014. He also contributed to South Korea's team gold medals at the 2014 Asian Fencing Championships in Suwon and the 2014 Asian Games in Incheon. Furthermore, he clinched the silver medal at the 2014 World Fencing Championships, culminating in a remarkable third place in the world rankings that season.
Setback and Return
The 2014–15 season presented challenges for Park. He sustained a knee injury during a fencing bout against Pavel Pitra of Czech Republic in the table of 16 at the Budapest Grand Prix in March. The injury prevented him from participating in the 2015 Asian Championships and the 2015 World Championships. However, he returned to competition a year later, claiming the bronze medal at the World Cup in Vancouver in February 2016.
Olympic Glory
Park's redemption came at the 2016 Olympics in Rio de Janeiro. He dominated the sabre individual competition, defeating Romania's Tiberiu Dolniceanu in the final to become South Korea's first male sabre fencer to win Olympic gold.
Post-Olympic Years
After his Olympic triumph, Park continued to showcase his exceptional skills. He secured another team gold medal at the 2017 Asian Fencing Championships in Hong Kong. In the years that followed, he continued to compete at the international level, representing South Korea in various competitions.
Legacy
Park Sang-young remains one of South Korea's most decorated fencers. His Olympic gold medal, coupled with his numerous Grand Prix victories and team championships, has solidified his status as a legend in the sport. His achievements have inspired future generations of South Korean fencers and continue to be celebrated as a testament to his exceptional talent and dedication.
