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2 weeks ago

Ukraine's Olga Kharlan worries for fencing's Olympic future DW 07/17/2025

Kharlan expressed her outrage and disappointment regarding the FIE's decision to relax neutrality rules, allowing Russian military athletes to participate in competitions. "It's one of the propaganda tools of the army," she stated, highlighting the direct link between these athletes and the Russian military aggression in Ukraine. She expressed deep concern about the implications for the sport, indicating that the integrity of fencing is at risk due to Russian influence and governance issues surrounding the FIE.
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3 weeks ago

Russian army major to compete at fencing world championships DW 07/11/2025

Russian athletes with military connections can compete in world championships under new neutrality policy.
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3 months ago

Stephanie Turner put on 12-month probation, taking break from USA Fencing career after refusing to compete against trans athlete

Stephanie Turner is stepping back from fencing due to controversy over competing against a transgender athlete.
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3 months ago
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Exclusive | Fencer who dropped out of competition rather than face trans athlete 'very angry we're going along with somebody's fantasy'

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3 months ago
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Female fencer disqualified after declining to fight trans opponent feared for career and personal life before viral protest

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3 months ago
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Exclusive | Fencer who dropped out of competition rather than face trans athlete 'very angry we're going along with somebody's fantasy'

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3 months ago
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Female fencer disqualified after declining to fight trans opponent feared for career and personal life before viral protest

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3 months ago

Fury after female fencer is disqualified for refusing to compete against trans competitor: 'I'm sorry, I cannot do this'

A female fencer was disqualified for refusing to compete against a transgender competitor, igniting controversy over gender identity in women's sports.
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4 months ago

How historic Olympic medal catapulted Canada's Eleanor Harvey into fencing's elite | CBC Sports

"It's definitely going better than I would have ever hoped for. Every time I step onto the podium, it's a huge milestone in my career and my life."
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7 months ago

Fencing in Kenya: A chance for a better life DW 12/19/2024

"When so many children shout loudly and cheer us on, it gives me a lot of energy and motivates me to bring my sport closer to the people, of course," Ndolo told DW.
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