Martina Batini

She took her first World Cup with a gold medal in Tauberbischofsheim after defeating reigning World champion Arianna Errigo and reigning Olympic champion Elisa Di Francisca.

[4] In the team event, the “Dream Team” formed by Di Francisca, Errigo, Valentina Vezzali and Batini were largely given favourites, having won gold in every World Cup of the season.

In her last leg, Batini prevailed 7–4, giving Italy the lead for the first time in the match.

A 10-hit rally by Di Francisca in the last bout allowed Italy to retain the European title.

[5] Batini obtained in 2014 a master's degree in engineering management from the University of Pisa.