Edoardo Mangiarotti

Italian fencer and Olympic champion

Edoardo Mangiarotti - Italian fencer and Olympic champion
Born

April 7th, 1919
106 years ago

Died

2012
13 years ago — 93 years old

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

Italy

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Competed in the sport of fencing, achieving significant success from the late 1930s through the 1960s. Earned numerous accolades across multiple Olympic Games, representing Italy. Demonstrated exceptional skill in both individual and team events, contributing to Italy's prominence in the sport. Secured multiple world championships and played a crucial role in elevating the standards of fencing during an era of intense competition.

Won 6 Olympic gold medals in fencing

Secured 13 World Championship titles

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