Italian Archery Team Wins Gold at Antalya World Cup, Defeats Ukraine 6-0

ANTALYA, Turkey — Francesco Andreoli, Mauro Di Francesco and Francesco Rebagliati secured Italy’s first gold medal of the 2026 Archery World Cup cycle, sweeping Ukraine 6-0 in the recurve men’s team final at Stage 1 in Antalya on Sunday, April 26, 2026.

The victory marked a clean sweep for the Italian trio, who dropped no sets en route to the podium. Andreoli, Di Francesco and Rebagliati combined for consistent performances throughout the elimination rounds before dominating the championship match against Ukraine’s squad.

According to verified results from the World Archery Federation, Italy defeated Ukraine by a score of 6-0 in the gold medal match, winning all four sets of the contest. The Italians posted set scores of 58-56, 59-57, 58-56 and 59-55 to claim the title without yielding a single point.

The path to the final began with a commanding victory in the quarterfinals, where Italy defeated Mexico 6-2. Andreoli, Di Francesco and Rebagliati then advanced past South Korea in the semifinals with a 5-3 win, setting up the championship showdown against Ukraine.

Individually, Francesco Andreoli contributed significantly to Italy’s success throughout the competition. The Verona-based archer, who serves as an Associate Professor of Economic Policy at the University of Verona when not competing, demonstrated the precision and consistency that have characterized his international career.

Mauro Di Francesco and Francesco Rebagliati provided essential support in the team event, with Rebagliati’s experience proving particularly valuable in high-pressure moments. The three athletes have trained together extensively ahead of the 2026 season, building the cohesion necessary for success in team competition.

The Antalya World Cup Stage 1 served as the opening event of the 2026 Archery World Cup circuit, drawing elite recurve archers from across the globe to the historic Turkish city. Competition took place at the Antalya Archery Center, a venue that has hosted multiple World Cup stages in recent years.

Ukraine, which entered the final as a medal contender, was unable to match Italy’s consistency across the four-set match. Despite strong individual performances from their archers throughout the tournament, the Ukrainian team could not overcome the Italians’ collective execution in the championship round.

The 6-0 shutout victory represents one of the most dominant performances in recent World Cup team finals history. Italy’s ability to win every set without dropping a point underscores the depth and preparation of their men’s recurve program heading into the Olympic qualification period.

For Andreoli, Di Francesco and Rebagliati, the gold medal in Antalya provides momentum as they continue their preparations for major international competitions later in the 2026 season. The victory adds to Italy’s growing legacy in international archery, particularly in the recurve discipline.

The Archery World Cup circuit will next travel to Shanghai for Stage 2 in May 2026, where Italy will look to build on its strong start to the season. Fans can follow live results and updates through the World Archery Federation’s official website and certified broadcasting partners.

What does this victory mean for Italy’s Olympic prospects? The team’s performance in Antalya suggests strong form heading into the qualification events for the 2028 Los Angeles Games, though official Olympic qualification pathways remain determined through separate continental and world ranking events.

As the 2026 Archery World Cup season progresses, Andreoli, Di Francesco and Rebagliati will aim to maintain their high level of performance. Their Antalya triumph serves as both a confidence builder and a statement of intent for the challenges ahead on the global archery stage.

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