Ariana Errigo’s journey ends in the quarterfinals At the Paris Olympics. The Italian foil player, Italy’s flag bearer, was eliminated by the American Lauren Scruggs 15-14. “The shot was mine. It’s a shame to lose because of a referee’s error, even if it’s part of my sport: but maybe I made a mistake first by letting it go to 14-14.” Errigo could barely hold back her tears after the referee’s ruling, which was disputed by the Italian crew. “Being here with my family – Italy’s flag bearer added to Ray – is a beautiful experience. But I can’t hide that this was not the result I wanted. I’m the flag bearer and I have a wonderful family: yes, I’m sorry but I can’t be sad. Coming here wasn’t a healthy journey. Of course, I’m sorry, but I’m not going to be a better athlete and a gold medalist: so I’m happy,” says Errigo, mother of twins.

Alice Volpe took 4th place in the individual foil competition.In the bronze medal final, the Italian lost to Canada’s Eleanor Harvey 15-12. There is a big disappointment for Italy, which started with Volpi, Arianna Errigo and Martina Favaretto (the latter two were eliminated in the quarter-finals) among the favorites for the medal.

Federico Vismara was eliminated in the quarter-finals of the épée. Individual at the Paris 2024 Olympics The Italian defeated Hungary’s Tibor Andrászsev in the quarter-finals with a score of 15-13. Vismara was the last Italian remaining in the competition at this tournament.

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