Chen Yi-tung

Career Chen began fencing in 3rd grade after trying out the sport at a Taiwanese summer camp. He made the national team at age 13.

In 2018, he won a silver medal in the mixed team event at the 2018 Summer Youth Olympics and placed 6th in boys' foil. At the 2018 Asian Games, Chen placed 6th in the men's team foil in Jakarta, Indonesia.

In 2022, Chen placed 8th in the Men's individual foil at the 2022 Asian Games in Hangzhou, China. At the 2022 Asian Fencing Championships, Chen placed 3rd in team foil, representing Chinese Taipei, or Taiwan, after defeating China 45-40 at Seoul, South Korea. He was congratulated by many Taiwanese embassies in various countries, including India, Canada, The United States, and France.

In 2025, Chen was a flagbearer alongside Yang Ya-yi at the 2025 Summer World University Games in Germany.

Personal life Chen has two younger brothers and two supportive parents who encourage his pursuit of becoming an elite fencer.

Chen attends the Savannah College of Art and Design (SCAD) in Savannah, Georgia, majoring in graphic design.