The Background of Kiefer

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Kiefer's accomplishments serve as an inspiration for upcoming generations and underscore the rising stature of American fencers. Credit by Getty image

Future Goals

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Bronze Medal Match

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The Silver Scroggs Medal

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Touching Moment

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Importance of Winning

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In the women's foil fencing Olympic final, Lee Kiefer defeated colleague Lauren Scruggs 15–6 to retain her gold medal. The match took place in Paris in 2024.

Lee Kiefer wins back-to-back Olympic Gold

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The Background of Kiefer

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Impact on Fencing

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Future Goals

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Bronze Medal Match

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The Silver Scroggs Medal

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Touching Moment

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Importance of Winning

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Kiefer made history by being the second American to win gold in the same event twice in a row at the Olympics.

The Journey to the Conclusion

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Lee Kiefer's Momentous Victory

Lee Kiefer wins back-to-back Olympic Gold

Born June 15,1994 Cleveland, Ohio, US Height: 1.63m (5 ft 4 in) country, united States

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