Photo courtesy of Denise Wilson

Wednesday, April 8, 2009

Hartung powers to men's sabre title

Max Hartung of Germany overpowered Hungary's Szilagyi to win the men's sabre final 15-10. The German built his lead steadily through the fight to the increasing frustration of Szilagyi and forced his opponent to fence a game that suited Hartung far better, eventually neutralising the Hungarian's speed to claim the world crown.