Alina Dmytruk Claims Silver in Fencing at the 2026 Youth Olympic Games in Dakar

Alina Dmytruk Secures Silver Medal at the 2026 Youth Olympics

According to Рубрика — Суспільство: Ukrainian épée fencer Alina Dmytruk earned a silver medal in the girls' fencing competition at the 2026 Youth Olympic Games held in Dakar. In the final match, she faced Hungary's Lotti Horvat but narrowly lost with a score of 15-12. This achievement marks Ukraine's third medal at these Games and their second in fencing.

Road to the Final

Dmytruk advanced to the final by dominating the group stage, winning all six bouts, including a tight 5-4 victory over Horvat that secured her top seed. In the quarterfinals, she convincingly defeated Iran's Gazal Madani 15-5, followed by a 15-9 win against Oman's Jana Al Sharji in the semifinals. Despite her strong performance, she fell short in the final against the Hungarian opponent.

Alina Dmytruk is the second Ukrainian fencer to medal at the Youth Olympic Games, following Kateryna Chorniy, who won gold in 2018. Her silver adds to Ukraine's growing medal tally at the 2026 Youth Olympics, which also includes:

• Gold by Khazar Heydarov in judo
• Bronze by Mykyta Kuzmenko in beach wrestling

Additionally, the Ukrainian girls' futsal team has reached the final of their tournament, while boxer Evangelina Petruk has secured a spot in the semifinals of the under-57 kg weight class, guaranteeing at least a bronze medal. These results highlight the high caliber and competitive spirit of Ukrainian athletes at this international event.

Dmytruk’s silver medal emphasizes the rising talent of Ukraine’s young athletes on the global stage, particularly in fencing. Continued investment and support for youth sports programs are crucial for nurturing such promising competitors. Ukraine’s strong presence across multiple disciplines signals well for their future in international competitions.

As Dmytruk's impressive journey at the Youth Olympics continues, her path to the final was marked by decisive victories, showcasing her exceptional skill. For a detailed look at how she advanced to the gold medal match and the upcoming challenges she faced, check out our coverage of her semifinal performance.