Ukraine’s Olga Kharlan produced a stunning performance to outclass Ibtihaj Muhammad of the United States in the final of the women’s saber Grand Prix
ADVERTISEMENTUkraine’s Olga Kharlan produced a stunning performance to outclass Ibtihaj Muhammad of the United States in the final of the women’s saber Grand Prix in Seoul on Sunday.
The two-time world champion, who took bronze at the 2012 Summer Olympics proved too strong for her opponent throughout the contest, eventually winning through 15-9.
In the men’s event, Germany’s Nicolas Limbach kept his composure to beat Nicolas Rousset
The 25-year-old, who won the World Cup in 2009 and 2010, edged out Daryl Homer in the semi-final and carried his momentum into the showpiece match with a convincing 15-8 triumph.