Italy's Alice Volpi relieved to clinch gold medal at European Games

Italy's Alice Volpi has expressed her relief at clinching the gold medal in the women's individual foil at the European Games.

The 23-year-old defeated Yana Alborova of the Russian Federation 15-11 in the final of the event in Baku to end her struggle for a gold medal.

She told reporters: "I feel tired now, but very happy. Finally I was able to win the gold after many second and third places. I've waited long for this.

"I told myself that I have to keep calm. I looked at the scores and concentrated on the next action. My favourite moment was when I made the last point in the match."

Italy have won seven gold medals at the Games.