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Hong Kong Fencer's Olympic Win Over Italy Spurs Pineapple Pizza Debate

Supporters of Cheung Ka-long and Filippo Macchi clash online after a controversial fencing match at the Paris Olympics.

  • Cheung Ka-long's victory marks the first time a Hong Kong athlete has won two Olympic gold medals.
  • The match ended 15-14 after three video reviews, leading to protests from the Italian Fencing Federation.
  • Italian officials criticized the referees and announced plans to file a complaint with the International Olympic Committee.
  • Social media erupted with Hong Kongers celebrating with pineapple pizza, mocking Italian culinary traditions.
  • Filippo Macchi later urged respect for the referees' decisions, earning him some admiration from Hong Kong supporters.
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