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BA2018 Revisited: Most memorable moments
As we celebrate the two-year anniversary of the Youth Olympic Games (YOG) Buenos Aires 2018, olympic.org looks back at some of the most memorable moments from the Games. -
From duelling at dawn to wireless scoring: fencing through the ages with Olympic champion Szasz
Fencing is one of just five sports to have been contested at every Olympic Summer Games since Athens 1896, and yet it is set to take to the stage at Tokyo 2020 as one of the most modern and innovative of the 33 on show. Hungary’s Olympic champion Emese Szasz helps explain why. -
A day in the life of… YOG fencing coach Greg Massialas
As part of our behind-the-scenes series on life at the Youth Olympic Games (YOG), olympic.org speaks to Greg Massialas, coach of the USA fencing team at Buenos Aires 2018. -
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Di Veroli is dancing for joy
As Italy’s ballet-loving epee fencer Davide Di Veroli wins two golds, Yuka Ueno (JPN) confirms she is a force to be reckoned with. -
Europe wins the fencing mixed event
High fives, body language and computer-generated translation were key weapons in the contest for the final fencing medals at the Buenos Aires 2018 Youth Olympic Games. Europe emerge victorious in mixed continental team fencing, where athletes from different disciplines and countries combine and communication is key. -
Japanese favourite shows magic touch
Yuka Ueno overpowers her Italian opponent Martina Favaretto to wrap up foil title at the Africa Pavilion. -
Lessons for a sporting life
From workshops about social media to discussions on the risks of doping, athletes’ development and preparation for life beyond sport are central to the Youth Olympic Games.