Publish Date: 17 June 2023 - 20:05

Tehran, IRNA – Iranian fencer Ali Pakdaman won a gold medal at the 2023 Asian Fencing Championships held in Hong Kong, China.

In Sabre individual section, Pakdaman defeated South Korean fencer Kim Jun-ho 15-14 and was crowned champions of the 2023 Asian championships.

Also, Mohammad Rahbar was overpowered by a South Korean rival and snatched a bronze medal in the semi-final match.

Mohammad Fotouhi and Farzad Baher were beaten by their rivals before reaching quarterfinal.

The 2023 Asian Fencing Championships is underway from June 17 to 22 in Hong Kong, China.

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