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PH's Catantan faces Brazilian foe in Olympics campaign opener; Esteban earns first-round bye
Samantha Catantan is the sole fencer representing the Philippines at the Paris Olympics 2024.
She secured her spot through a wildcard tournament for Asian countries without prior qualifiers.
Catantan, ranked world no. 266 in foil, will face Brazil's Mariana Pistoia, ranked world no. 65, in her opening match on July 28.
She has entered the Paris Olympic Village along with other Filipino athletes.
Catantan aims to give her all and enjoy the experience of her maiden Olympic voyage.
Maxine Esteban, also a fencer but representing Cote d'Ivoire, earned a first-round bye and will compete on Saturday.
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