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Italian Fencer Elisa Di Francisca Retires at 39
Olympic Champion and Jesi Native Says Goodbye to the Sport
A Storied Career Ends
Italian fencer Elisa Di Francisca, born on December 13, 1982, has announced her retirement at the age of 39. The Olympic champion in 2012 and silver medalist in Rio 2016, Di Francisca leaves behind a legacy as one of Italy's most successful fencers.
Born in Jesi, a town known for producing elite fencers, Di Francisca rose to prominence at the London 2012 Olympic Games. There, she captured gold medals in both the individual and team foil events, becoming a national hero.
Four years later, at the 2016 Rio Olympics, Di Francisca added a silver medal to her collection, continuing her impressive record at the world's highest stage. Throughout her career, she also achieved multiple World Championships medals and was ranked among the top fencers in her category.
Di Francisca's retirement marks the end of an era for Italian fencing. Her exceptional talent and unwavering determination will be sorely missed by fans and fellow competitors alike. As she steps away from the sport, she leaves an unforgettable mark on the history of Italian fencing.
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