Canada fell just short of winning a second fencing medal at the Olympics in Paris.

The Canadians fell 33-32 to Japan in the bronze medal match in women’s team foil on Thursday.

Canada was represented by Jessica Guo (Toronto), Sabrina Fang (Vancouver), Yunjia Zhang (Toronto) and Olympic bronze medalist Eleanor Harvey (Hamilton).

Harvey won bronze in individual foil earlier in the Games. Before that, Canada had never won a medal in fencing at the Olympics.

Canada finished in fourth place in the women’s team foil fencing event at the recent international competition. The team put up a strong fight throughout the tournament, showcasing their skill and determination on the fencing strip.

The Canadian team consisted of three talented fencers who worked together seamlessly to compete against some of the best teams in the world. They faced tough competition from countries like Italy, Russia, and France, but managed to hold their own and secure a spot in the semi-finals.

In the semi-final match, Canada faced off against a formidable opponent and put up a valiant effort. However, they ultimately fell short and were unable to secure a spot in the gold medal match. Despite this setback, the team showed great sportsmanship and determination, fighting until the very end.

In the bronze medal match, Canada once again faced tough competition but unfortunately came up just short of a podium finish. Despite finishing in fourth place, the team should be proud of their performance and the hard work they put in to reach this level of competition.

Overall, Canada’s fourth-place finish in the women’s team foil fencing event is a testament to the talent and dedication of the team. They have shown that they are a force to be reckoned with on the international fencing stage and will no doubt continue to make their mark in future competitions.