What a resounding comeback!
Led by ten touches during the half of the semi-final, the France team completely overthrew Italy (45-43) to seek their place in the final.
The French can thank the last exceptional stint of Ysaora Thibus (8-3).
After the bronze medal of Manon Brunet and especially the gold of Romain Cannone, it is a third charm in fencing which has just been provided by the foilists.
The French delegation wins its 10th medal at the Tokyo Olympics.
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