Fencing

One of the original sports featured at the first modern Olympic Games in 1896, Fencing pits two athletes against each other as they use a sword held in one hand to strike specific target areas on their opponent's body. In this calculated and rapid battle of tactic and agility, fencers compete throughout the 14-meter-long playing zone, known as the piste, seeking to achieve 15 points or lead in points after up to three rounds, with team victories requiring 45 points. Athletes compete using one of three distinct weapons–foil, épée and sabre–which dictate the areas of the body opponents are allowed to target: torso, full body and upper body, respectively. From lighting-fast moves to technical execution, Fencing displays dynamic and captivating performances under extreme pressure. ​