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Refused Handshake with Russian – Became Ukrainian Hero

Ukraine has taken its first Olympic Games gold in Paris after winning the women's team sabre event. The Ukrainian women turned a six-point deficit into a victory with 45–42 in the final against South Korea.

Refused Handshake with Russian – Became Ukrainian Hero

Ukraine clinched its first Olympic medal – then came the tears

On Monday, Ukraine won its first OS medal. Fencer Olga Kharlan defeated South Korean Choi Sibin in the bronze match, and afterwards she couldn't hold back tears.

Ukraine clinched its first Olympic medal – then came the tears

Zelensky praises the Olympic team: "Proud of our team"

Since Russia's invasion of Ukraine, nearly 500 athletes or coaches have been killed. At the OS in Paris, the country will participate with its smallest team ever.

Zelensky praises the Olympic team: "Proud of our team"