Dora Gundura’s journey to the Paris 2024 Olympic Games concluded in the épée quarterfinals.
The Greek champion, number 6 in the competition table, was defeated 15-13 after an epic match with Frenchwoman Manon Apiti-Brunet (number 3) and was eliminated, occupying fifth place.
It should be noted, however, that Gundura coach Thanasis Delenikas vehemently protested to the judges for two points that were not awarded in favor of the Greek, with the score at 14-13.
The match was a classic from the start, with neither opponent able to escape the score. Apiti-Brunet led 4-2 and 7-5, but her opponent overtook her 8- and held the lead until 10-9.
With three consecutive points, the French took the lead by 12 to 10, Gundura tied at 12 to 12, but Apiti-Brunet recovered the two-point difference (14 to 12) and secured the victory.