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Maurizio Zomparelli

Maurizio Zomparelli
The latest news and top stories on Maurizio Zomparelli. Known for his extensive experience, Maurizio Zomparelli has been a fencing coach for nearly 40 years, serving national teams including Italy, Russia, USA and currently Hong Kong since 2020. He played a pivotal role in Hong Kong's fencing success, notably guiding Cheung Ka-long to an Olympic gold medal. His recent work includes convincing Ryan Choi Chun-yin to continue his season, leading to Choi becoming Hong Kong's first fencing world champion. Zomparelli's coaching philosophy emphasises teamwork, holistic athlete development and analytical recovery from setbacks.
2025 National Games

How Hong Kong world champion fencer Ryan Choi came up with his unorthodox style

World No 1 foilist says he was an unconventional child who could not ‘sit tight’, but fencing helped ground him and make him the person he is.

Hong Kong ranked in world’s top 50 cities for sport, tipped to host any event

Profile | Ryan Choi: Hong Kong’s newest world champion almost quit season after poor start

Coaches Maurizio Zomparelli, Giacomo Fanizza promised to dye their hair should the Hongkonger get results after being talked out of quitting.

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