Abelardo Olivier
Abelardo Olivier, born in Portogruaro on 9 November 1877, was a leading athlete in the history of Italian fencing, known for his extraordinary ability to compete at the highest levels in all the specialities of this discipline. His technical versatility allowed him to reach the Olympic podium in épée, sabre and foil, a result of exceptional sporting significance.
His debut on the five-ring podium took place at the Olympic Games in London in 1908, where he won the silver medal in team sabre. Twelve years later, in the Antwerp edition of 1920, Olivier obtained his most prestigious successes by winning two gold medals, respectively in the team competitions of foil and épée. In individual competitions, his most significant result was the sixth place in épée, achieved also in Antwerp.
The farewell
24 gennaio 1951 · Milano
The celebrated fencer died in Milan on 24 January 1951. Sources do not report the causes or specific circumstances of his death.
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