NEW
YORK, July 29, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The
Peter Westbrook Foundation is proud to celebrate Lauren Scruggs' remarkable Silver Medal
performance at the 2024 Olympic Games in Paris. Lauren, a rising senior at Harvard and a dedicated member of the PWF, achieved
a historic milestone by winning the silver medal in the Women's
foil event. This is Lauren's first Olympic Games, and her success
marks a significant moment in American fencing history.
Lauren's journey to the final was nothing short of
extraordinary. She demonstrated exceptional skill and
determination, defeating the number one seed Arianna Errigo in the quarterfinals and Canadian
star Eleanor Harvey in the
semifinals. Lauren's remarkable performance led to an all-U.S.
final, the first since 2008, where she faced Lee Keifer, the defending Olympic Champion.
Peter Westbrook, the founder of
the Peter Westbrook Foundation, expressed his pride and joy in
Lauren's achievement:
"We are immensely proud of Lauren
Scruggs and her incredible performance at the 2024 Olympic
Games. Her dedication, hard work, and resilience have shone
through, and she has made history for herself and our foundation.
Congratulations to Lauren and her coach, Sean McClain, for this outstanding
accomplishment. They have inspired us all and demonstrated the
strength and potential of our young athletes."
The Peter Westbrook Foundation has long been dedicated to
nurturing and developing young fencers, providing them with the
tools and support they need to excel. Lauren's success is a
testament to the foundation's commitment to excellence as she joins
the ranks of the programs Olympic medalists including Keeth Smart, Erinn
Smart, Ibtihaj Muhammad and
Daryl Homer.
As Lauren Scruggs continues her
journey, we look forward to supporting her and celebrating her
future achievements. The Peter Westbrook Foundation remains
committed to fostering the next generation of champions and looks
forward to more moments of triumph like this one.
Contact:
Benjamin Bratton
917-673-7648
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SOURCE Peter Westbrook Foundation