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Corble Cup clarifies Women’s Saber Olympic Qualification picture
Over the past few weeks the qualification picture for the 2012 Olympic Games has become clearer for Women’s Saber. With her 2nd place finish in
Men’s Epee Olympic Qualifying Update
Bas Verwijlen won the Grand Prix event in Doha to claim the top spot in the FIE World Rankings and 2nd in the Adjusted Olympic Rankings (AOR). The tournament was worth 1.5 times the normal world cup points and is one of the last 3 events in the qualifying window.
Italy Tops Qualification Standings for Men’s Foil
The top 4 qualifying teams remained in the top 4, but an early loss by Japan gives Germany hope. In the Olympic team foil event,
Olympic Qualification Analysis – Men’s Epee after Legnano
The top seeds this weekend came out flat and did nothing to solidify their spots while two fencers on the outs made big moves to
Men’s Epee – What to Watch for in Legnano
The final leg of Olympic qualification for Men’s Epee begins this weekend in Legnano, Italy with a World Cup event. This event provides standard points,