On Day 4 of the Asian Senior Fencing Championships at Bharat Mandapam in New Delhi, the electric atmosphere shifted to the highly anticipated team events with the Women's Foil and Men's Sabre competitions. Regional fencing powerhouses South Korea and Japan continued their fierce battle for continental supremacy, delivering an intense display of tactical depth and explosive speed on the piste.&nbsp;In the Men's Sabre Team category, South Korea—led by individual gold medalist Oh Sang-uk and defending champion Do Gyeong-dong—put on a masterclass to defeat Japan in a thrilling final. Meanwhile, the Japanese women countered this dominance in the Women's Foil Team event, where individual champion Yuka Ueno led her squad to a gold medal finish over the South Koreans after a display of flawless blade work.&nbsp;Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/asian-senior-fencing-championships-2026-yamada-masaru-and-sano-yui-strike-gold-bhavani-devi-leads-india-s-charge-1781972081664">Asian Senior Fencing Championships 2026: Yamada Masaru and Sano Yui strike gold; Bhavani Devi leads India's charge</a>&nbsp;Playing on home pistes, the Indian teams showcased remarkable grit and clear moments of resilience against these Olympic-level rosters, ultimately securing a hard-fought 10th-place finish overall.&nbsp;In the Men’s Sabre Team event, the Indian squad comprising Vishal Thapar, Karan Singh, Gisho Nidhi Kumaresan Padma, and Lakshay Badser fought aggressively in the initial rounds, riding high on the momentum of placing three fencers in the top 32 earlier in the week.&nbsp;Although they were eventually halted in the quarterfinals by a deeply experienced Chinese squad, the team's talent was on full display. Notably, Karan Singh showed incredible promise by stringing together quick touches using his trademark explosive off-the-line speed, proving that the Indian contingent can match the pace of the world's best.&nbsp;The young Indian women's squad, featuring Kanupriya Chawla, Joys Ashitha Stalinraj, Naorem Mina Devi, and Sonia Devi Waikhom, also demonstrated immense fight and used the high-stakes environment to absorb critical international experience. They narrowly missed a quarterfinal berth, but they showed great adaptability by executing sharp tactical adjustments from the coach's side on the fly.&nbsp;While the relentless pressing of the tier-one Asian nations proved difficult to break down in the demanding 45-point team format, the fierce determination and developmental strides shown by both Indian teams highlight a very bright future for the nation on the international fencing circuit.

South Korea and Japan split the team gold medals on Day 4 of the Asian Senior Fencing Championships in New Delhi, while India’s young squads showcased great grit.

On Day 4 of the Asian Senior Fencing Championships at Bharat Mandapam in New Delhi, the electric atmosphere shifted to the highly anticipated team events with the Women's Foil and Men's Sabre competitions. Regional fencing powerhouses South Korea and Japan continued their fierce battle for continental supremacy, delivering an intense display of tactical depth and explosive speed on the piste. In the Men's Sabre Team category, South Korea—led by individual gold medalist Oh Sang-uk and defending champion Do Gyeong-dong—put on a masterclass to defeat Japan in a thrilling final. Meanwhile, the Japanese women countered this dominance in the Women's Foil Team event, where individual champion Yuka Ueno led her squad to a gold medal finish over the South Koreans after a display of flawless blade work. Also read | Asian Senior Fencing Championships 2026: Yamada Masaru and Sano Yui strike gold; Bhavani Devi leads India's charge Playing on home pistes, the Indian teams showcased remarkable grit and clear moments of resilience against these Olympic-level rosters, ultimately securing a hard-fought 10th-place finish overall. In the Men’s Sabre Team event, the Indian squad comprising Vishal Thapar, Karan Singh, Gisho Nidhi Kumaresan Padma, and Lakshay Badser fought aggressively in the initial rounds, riding high on the momentum of placing three fencers in the top 32 earlier in the week. Although they were eventually halted in the quarterfinals by a deeply experienced Chinese squad, the team's talent was on full display. Notably, Karan Singh showed incredible promise by stringing together quick touches using his trademark explosive off-the-line speed, proving that the Indian contingent can match the pace of the world's best. The young Indian women's squad, featuring Kanupriya Chawla, Joys Ashitha Stalinraj, Naorem Mina Devi, and Sonia Devi Waikhom, also demonstrated immense fight and used the high-stakes environment to absorb critical international experience. They narrowly missed a quarterfinal berth, but they showed great adaptability by executing sharp tactical adjustments from the coach's side on the fly. While the relentless pressing of the tier-one Asian nations proved difficult to break down in the demanding 45-point team format, the fierce determination and developmental strides shown by both Indian teams highlight a very bright future for the nation on the international fencing circuit.

South Korea and Japan split the team gold medals on Day 4 of the Asian Senior Fencing Championships in New Delhi, while India’s young squads showcased great grit.

Asian Fencing Championships 2026 Day 4: South Korea's Oh Sang-uk, Do Gyeong-dong, Japan's Yuka Ueno win gold

The 26th Asian Senior Fencing Championships started with tremendous excitement at Bharat Mandapam in New Delhi, bringing together the continent’s top fencing talent. The prestigious tournament serves as a direct qualification pathway for the upcoming Aichi-Nagoya Asian Games and marks an important milestone in the road to the LA 2028 Olympic Games. Day 2 featured high-intensity individual contests in the Men's Épée Individual and Women's Sabre Individual categories.&nbsp;&nbsp;While powerhouse nations Japan and South Korea secured the major podium finishes, India's 24-member squad delivered encouraging performances by advancing several athletes into the knockout rounds and demonstrating significant progress on the continental stage. In the Men's Épée individual event, strict timing and passivity regulations forced competitors to launch quick and aggressive attacks during the final 30 seconds of bouts. Japan's Yamada Masaru displayed remarkable composure under pressure to claim the gold medal. Lee Rang of Chinese Taipei earned silver after an impressive campaign, while Kazakhstan’s Kurbanov Ruslan and Japan’s Kano Koki shared the bronze medals.&nbsp;Among the Indian contingent, Joseph Bennet emerged as the top performer, finishing 22nd overall after collecting crucial points through bold and fast-paced attacks. RS Sherjin Rajendran Shanthim placed 47th, showcasing a disciplined defensive strategy and excellent point management. Aloshious Koovakkal Joshy finished 54th, demonstrating strong timing and tactical awareness, while Shaurya Ashwini secured 55th place after displaying resilience in lengthy and tactical encounters.&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/photos/so-close-yet-so-far-meet-the-teams-with-most-fifa-world-cup-runner-up-finishes-1781969737176">So close yet so far: Meet the teams with most FIFA World Cup runner-up finishes</a>&nbsp;The Women's Sabre Individual competition saw Japan's Sano Yui deliver a dominant performance to capture the gold medal. South Korea's Choi Sebin secured silver with an aggressive attacking style, while Uzbekistan’s Perdebaeva Gulistan and China’s Rao Xueyi shared the bronze medal positions. For the host nation, Olympic fencer CA Bhavani Devi once again led India's challenge, finishing 23rd overall. Known for her explosive attacking game, Bhavani Devi controlled her early matches confidently and secured a strong ranking finish.&nbsp;&nbsp;Her performance also inspired the next generation of Indian fencers, with Shreya Gupta placing 26th, Jefarlin Jani Rexlin Simla finishing 32nd, and Shruthi Joshi ending the competition in 38th position as they accumulated valuable ranking points ahead of the team events. The encouraging performances followed a strong opening day for India. In the Men's Sabre competition, Vishal Thapar finished 22nd, Karan Singh placed 25th after a spirited 15-11 battle against Olympic champion Oh Sang-uk, and Gisho Nidhi Kumaresan Padma secured 28th place to reach the Top 32. In Women's Foil, Kanupriya Chawla produced one of the tournament's biggest surprises by finishing 20th overall.&nbsp;These results underline the rapid progress of Indian fencing on the Asian stage. Rather than simply participating, Indian athletes are increasingly challenging the continent’s elite competitors. With the individual events now concluded, attention shifts to the highly anticipated Team Bracket Knockouts, where some of Asia’s fiercest fencing rivalries are set to unfold.

India delivered strong performances at the 26th Asian Senior Fencing Championships in New Delhi as Bhavani Devi, Joseph Bennet and rising stars advanced deep into the competition ahead of the crucial team knockout rounds

The 26th Asian Senior Fencing Championships started with tremendous excitement at Bharat Mandapam in New Delhi, bringing together the continent’s top fencing talent. The prestigious tournament serves as a direct qualification pathway for the upcoming Aichi-Nagoya Asian Games and marks an important milestone in the road to the LA 2028 Olympic Games. Day 2 featured high-intensity individual contests in the Men's Épée Individual and Women's Sabre Individual categories. While powerhouse nations Japan and South Korea secured the major podium finishes, India's 24-member squad delivered encouraging performances by advancing several athletes into the knockout rounds and demonstrating significant progress on the continental stage. In the Men's Épée individual event, strict timing and passivity regulations forced competitors to launch quick and aggressive attacks during the final 30 seconds of bouts. Japan's Yamada Masaru displayed remarkable composure under pressure to claim the gold medal. Lee Rang of Chinese Taipei earned silver after an impressive campaign, while Kazakhstan’s Kurbanov Ruslan and Japan’s Kano Koki shared the bronze medals. Among the Indian contingent, Joseph Bennet emerged as the top performer, finishing 22nd overall after collecting crucial points through bold and fast-paced attacks. RS Sherjin Rajendran Shanthim placed 47th, showcasing a disciplined defensive strategy and excellent point management. Aloshious Koovakkal Joshy finished 54th, demonstrating strong timing and tactical awareness, while Shaurya Ashwini secured 55th place after displaying resilience in lengthy and tactical encounters. Also Read: So close yet so far: Meet the teams with most FIFA World Cup runner-up finishes The Women's Sabre Individual competition saw Japan's Sano Yui deliver a dominant performance to capture the gold medal. South Korea's Choi Sebin secured silver with an aggressive attacking style, while Uzbekistan’s Perdebaeva Gulistan and China’s Rao Xueyi shared the bronze medal positions. For the host nation, Olympic fencer CA Bhavani Devi once again led India's challenge, finishing 23rd overall. Known for her explosive attacking game, Bhavani Devi controlled her early matches confidently and secured a strong ranking finish. Her performance also inspired the next generation of Indian fencers, with Shreya Gupta placing 26th, Jefarlin Jani Rexlin Simla finishing 32nd, and Shruthi Joshi ending the competition in 38th position as they accumulated valuable ranking points ahead of the team events. The encouraging performances followed a strong opening day for India. In the Men's Sabre competition, Vishal Thapar finished 22nd, Karan Singh placed 25th after a spirited 15-11 battle against Olympic champion Oh Sang-uk, and Gisho Nidhi Kumaresan Padma secured 28th place to reach the Top 32. In Women's Foil, Kanupriya Chawla produced one of the tournament's biggest surprises by finishing 20th overall. These results underline the rapid progress of Indian fencing on the Asian stage. Rather than simply participating, Indian athletes are increasingly challenging the continent’s elite competitors. With the individual events now concluded, attention shifts to the highly anticipated Team Bracket Knockouts, where some of Asia’s fiercest fencing rivalries are set to unfold.

India impressed at the Asian Fencing Championships on day 2 as Bhavani Devi and Joseph Bennet led strong performances ahead of team events

Asian Senior Fencing Championships 2026: Yamada Masaru and Sano Yui strike gold; Bhavani Devi leads India's charge

India is officially ready to make sporting history as the nation prepares to host the highly anticipated Asian Senior Fencing Championships 2026 in the national capital. Scheduled to take place from June 19 to June 24, 2026, at the iconic Bharat Mandapam in New Delhi. This monumental event marks the first time India has ever hosted a continental-level fencing championship.&nbsp;Widely recognized as the "Asia Cup" of fencing, the tournament is the most prestigious annual competition in the Asia-Oceania region.&nbsp;In Pics | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/photos/4-reasons-why-world-best-footballers-switched-to-pink-boots-at-fifa-world-cup-2026-1781530522142">4 Reasons Why World’s Best Footballers Switched to Pink Boots at FIFA World Cup 2026</a> &nbsp;This edition carries an unprecedented stakes layout, serving as a direct qualifier for the upcoming Asian Games, while offering vital ranking points that directly shape the global standings and competitive road to the Los Angeles Olympics 2028 cycle. &nbsp;Alongside the championship, the capital will also anchor a historic milestone in sports administration, welcoming top sports executives from across the continent for the 39th Fencing Confederation of Asia (FCA) General Assembly, being hosted in India for the very first time. &nbsp;The championship will feature world-ranked superstars and reigning Olympic Gold Medalists, offering Indian sports fans a rare glimpse of fencing at its highest level. Key international headliners locked in to compete include Cheung Ka Long of Hong Kong, the reigning, back-to-back Olympic Individual Foil Gold Medalist; Oh Sang-uk of South Korea, the reigning Olympic Individual Sabre Gold Medalist and global fencing icon; and Yamada Masaru of Japan, the Olympic Gold Medalist and defensive powerhouse in Men's Épée. &nbsp;A massive contingent of elite squads representing 32 powerhouse nations will face off in New Delhi. &nbsp;The participating countries are: &nbsp;1. Australia 2. ⁠Bahrain 3. Bangladesh 4. ⁠Brunei 5. ⁠Cambodia 6. ⁠China 7. ⁠Chinese Taipei 8. ⁠Hong Kong 9. ⁠India (Host) 10. Iran 11. ⁠Japan 12. ⁠Kazakhstan 13. ⁠Kuwait 14. ⁠Kyrgyzstan 15. ⁠Lebanon 16. ⁠Malaysia 17. ⁠Mongolia 18. ⁠Nepal 19. ⁠New Zealand 20. ⁠Philippines 21. ⁠Qatar 22. ⁠Saudi Arabia 23. ⁠Singapore 24. ⁠South Korea 25. ⁠Sri Lanka 26. ⁠Syria 27. ⁠Thailand, 28. ⁠Turkmenistan,&nbsp; 29. ⁠United Arab Emirates, 30. ⁠Uzbekistan 31. ⁠Vietnam 32. ⁠Yemen. &nbsp;As the host nation, India is fielding a full, elite squad of 24 fencers anchored by four marquee trailblazers who have successfully put Indian fencing on the international map.&nbsp; &nbsp;Leading the charge is Bhavani Devi (Sabre), India’s premier fencing pioneer who made history as the first-ever Indian fencer to qualify for the Tokyo Olympic Games and clinched a historic Bronze at the 2023 Asian Championships—marking India's first-ever Asian Championship medal alongside 14 medals in various international tournaments. She is joined by Karan Singh (Sabre), a dominant national force known for his explosive speed who secured the Silver Medal in the Asian Olympic Qualifying Round for the Paris 2024 Olympics. Also anchoring the team are Tanishka Khatri (Épée), India’s rapidly rising star who has consistently proven her caliber to go toe-to-toe with Asia's best, and Gisho Nidhi (Sabre), a critical pillar bringing vital technical aggression and extensive international experience to the team format. &nbsp;Fencing itself is a highly tactical, fast-paced Olympic sport based on traditional swordsmanship where athletes wear electronic sensors to register "touches" on their opponents. The championship will feature 12 distinct events—comprising an individual and a team format for both men and women across three core weapon disciplines. These include Foil, a light pushing weapon where points are scored strictly on the opponent’s torso; Épée, a heavier sword where the entire body from head to toe is a valid target; and Sabre, a fast-paced, slashing weapon where points can be scored utilizing both the blade's edge and the tip from the waist up. A total of 48 medals will be awarded, evenly divided between Individual Events (6 Gold, 6 Silver, 12 Bronze) and Team Events (6 Gold, 6 Silver, 12 Bronze). &nbsp;Beyond the competitive action, the tournament stands as a monumental leap for sports technology. Right before the games, the Fencing Association of India hosted the world’s first-ever training workshop for an AI Video Referral System. This makes the New Delhi championship the official global testing ground for high-precision, artificial intelligence-driven refereeing, highlighting India’s technological leadership on the world.

India hosts the 2026 Asian Fencing Championships at Bharat Mandapam, New Delhi (June 19-24)! See Bhavani Devi and Olympic gold medalists live. Read details.

India is officially ready to make sporting history as the nation prepares to host the highly anticipated Asian Senior Fencing Championships 2026 in the national capital. Scheduled to take place from June 19 to June 24, 2026, at the iconic Bharat Mandapam in New Delhi. This monumental event marks the first time India has ever hosted a continental-level fencing championship. Widely recognized as the "Asia Cup" of fencing, the tournament is the most prestigious annual competition in the Asia-Oceania region. In Pics | 4 Reasons Why World’s Best Footballers Switched to Pink Boots at FIFA World Cup 2026 This edition carries an unprecedented stakes layout, serving as a direct qualifier for the upcoming Asian Games, while offering vital ranking points that directly shape the global standings and competitive road to the Los Angeles Olympics 2028 cycle. Alongside the championship, the capital will also anchor a historic milestone in sports administration, welcoming top sports executives from across the continent for the 39th Fencing Confederation of Asia (FCA) General Assembly, being hosted in India for the very first time. The championship will feature world-ranked superstars and reigning Olympic Gold Medalists, offering Indian sports fans a rare glimpse of fencing at its highest level. Key international headliners locked in to compete include Cheung Ka Long of Hong Kong, the reigning, back-to-back Olympic Individual Foil Gold Medalist; Oh Sang-uk of South Korea, the reigning Olympic Individual Sabre Gold Medalist and global fencing icon; and Yamada Masaru of Japan, the Olympic Gold Medalist and defensive powerhouse in Men's Épée. A massive contingent of elite squads representing 32 powerhouse nations will face off in New Delhi. The participating countries are: 1. Australia 2. ⁠Bahrain 3. Bangladesh 4. ⁠Brunei 5. ⁠Cambodia 6. ⁠China 7. ⁠Chinese Taipei 8. ⁠Hong Kong 9. ⁠India (Host) 10. Iran 11. ⁠Japan 12. ⁠Kazakhstan 13. ⁠Kuwait 14. ⁠Kyrgyzstan 15. ⁠Lebanon 16. ⁠Malaysia 17. ⁠Mongolia 18. ⁠Nepal 19. ⁠New Zealand 20. ⁠Philippines 21. ⁠Qatar 22. ⁠Saudi Arabia 23. ⁠Singapore 24. ⁠South Korea 25. ⁠Sri Lanka 26. ⁠Syria 27. ⁠Thailand, 28. ⁠Turkmenistan, 29. ⁠United Arab Emirates, 30. ⁠Uzbekistan 31. ⁠Vietnam 32. ⁠Yemen. As the host nation, India is fielding a full, elite squad of 24 fencers anchored by four marquee trailblazers who have successfully put Indian fencing on the international map. Leading the charge is Bhavani Devi (Sabre), India’s premier fencing pioneer who made history as the first-ever Indian fencer to qualify for the Tokyo Olympic Games and clinched a historic Bronze at the 2023 Asian Championships—marking India's first-ever Asian Championship medal alongside 14 medals in various international tournaments. She is joined by Karan Singh (Sabre), a dominant national force known for his explosive speed who secured the Silver Medal in the Asian Olympic Qualifying Round for the Paris 2024 Olympics. Also anchoring the team are Tanishka Khatri (Épée), India’s rapidly rising star who has consistently proven her caliber to go toe-to-toe with Asia's best, and Gisho Nidhi (Sabre), a critical pillar bringing vital technical aggression and extensive international experience to the team format. Fencing itself is a highly tactical, fast-paced Olympic sport based on traditional swordsmanship where athletes wear electronic sensors to register "touches" on their opponents. The championship will feature 12 distinct events—comprising an individual and a team format for both men and women across three core weapon disciplines. These include Foil, a light pushing weapon where points are scored strictly on the opponent’s torso; Épée, a heavier sword where the entire body from head to toe is a valid target; and Sabre, a fast-paced, slashing weapon where points can be scored utilizing both the blade's edge and the tip from the waist up. A total of 48 medals will be awarded, evenly divided between Individual Events (6 Gold, 6 Silver, 12 Bronze) and Team Events (6 Gold, 6 Silver, 12 Bronze). Beyond the competitive action, the tournament stands as a monumental leap for sports technology. Right before the games, the Fencing Association of India hosted the world’s first-ever training workshop for an AI Video Referral System. This makes the New Delhi championship the official global testing ground for high-precision, artificial intelligence-driven refereeing, highlighting India’s technological leadership on the world.

India hosts the 2026 Asian Fencing Championships at Bharat Mandapam, New Delhi (June 19-24)! See Bhavani Devi and Olympic gold medalists live. Read details.

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Asian Fencing Championships 2026 Day 4: South Korea's Oh Sang-uk, Do Gyeong-dong, Japan's Yuka Ueno win gold

Asian Senior Fencing Championships 2026: Yamada Masaru and Sano Yui strike gold

India set to host historic Asian Senior Fencing Championships 2026 in New Delhi