The Junior and Cadet World Fencing Championships ended on April 15 in Wuxi, China. For nine days, the Wuxi Taihu International Expo Center hosted 1 athletes, almost 694% more than in 20, representing 99 countries. Parity was almost respected since 53,4% of participants were men and 46,6% women. “On behalf of the FIE, Interim President Emmanuel Katsiadakis and the global fencing family, I congratulate the Wuxi organizers and the Chinese Fencing Association for organizing such spectacular and successful World Championships, offering the whole world a true showcase of fencing », said Gulnora Saidova, secretary general of the International Fencing Federation.
" I would like thank all participants, including the organizers Wuxi locals, volunteers, coaches, athletes, referees, officials and staff, who made these Championships possible and truly memorable, she adds. In particular, I extend my sincere thanks to the Chinese Fencing Association and its President, Haibin Wang, and its Secretary General and Vice President, Junyan Wang. The 2026 edition will take place in Rio de Janeiro.
