— Published January 12, 2026

El Husseiny "full of optimism" for fencing in 2026

Fencing

The interim president of the FIE Abdelmoneim El Husseiny addressed the international fencing community at the start of this year. He is showing himself to be " full of optimism "as we approach this new season, which is fundamental for enforce the strategic vision of the International Federation.

« The key to this strategy lies in our commitment to train the next generation of talent fencing, he explains. Events such as the upcoming Youth Olympic Games in Dakar are not just competitions; they are essential platforms for inspire young people around the world and to highlight the dynamism of our sport. Similarly, our commitment to athletes at all stages of their career is highlighted by flagship events such as the Junior and Cadet World Championships in Rio de Janeiro, the Senior World Championships in Hong Kong and the Veteran World Championships in Tbilisi. »

Main area of ​​focus: improving the visibility and accessibility of fencing. " We are actively working to improve how our sport is presented and consumed globally. Our goal is to make fencing more attractive and more visible to the public worldwide, in order to make it a sport that captivates and unites people from all walks of life. (…) We are committed to encouraging innovation at all levels and to fostering the overall development of fencing for future generations. »