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Apr 5, 2024 · The epee (the French word for 'sword') is the descendant of the ancient dueling sword, the rapier. It developed from the dueling weapons of European noblemen. The blade is 43 inches long and weighs 1.7 pounds.
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Apr 10, 2020 · Learn about the three types of fencing blades used in Olympic fencing: foil, épée and sabre. Find out how they differ in weight, target area and scoring system.
Sep 11, 2024 · Épée fencing is an international and Olympic Games fencing event and is also included in modern (or military) pentathlon competition. The épée became part of the Olympic fencing program for men in 1900, with team competition beginning in 1908.
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Learn about the history, events, and medalists of fencing at the Summer Olympics since 1896. Find out the rules and weapons of foil, épée, and sabre, and how they have changed over time.
Nation00081281125181118611016Learn about the history, rules and events of fencing, a sport that originated from swordplay. See the latest news, videos and results of the Paris 2024 Olympic fencing competitions.
Fencing is a combat sport in which two athletes use swords to attack and defend against one another with the aim of striking their opponent in order to score points. The three disciplines of modern fencing are the foil, the épée, and the sabre (also called saber).
Sep 25, 2017 · Learn about the history and features of sabre fencing, the only weapon to have been at every edition of the Games since 1896. Discover the achievements and legends of sabre fencers, from Nedo Nadi to Áron Szilágyi.
