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July 21, 2026

Korea Targets Gold at World Fencing Championships in Hong Kong

South Korea's fencing team is heading to Hong Kong this week for the World Championships, aiming to bounce back after a disappointing 10th-place finish last year. The squad includes Olympic champion Oh Sang-uk in men's sabre and former world champion Song Sera in women's epee, both considered top contenders. The tournament comes just before the 2026 Asian Games in Aichi-Nagoya, serving as crucial preparation for the team.
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