Zalaffi, Margherita (1966–)
Zalaffi, Margherita (1966–)
Italian fencer. Born April 7, 1966, in Siena, Italy.
Won a silver medal at Seoul Olympics (1988) and a gold medal at Barcelona Olympics (1992), both in team foil; won a silver medal for épée team at Atlanta Olympics (1996); at World championships, won team gold (1982, 1983, 1990, 1991).
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