📅 FIE ANNOUNCES RESCHEDULED DATES FOR POSTPONED MARCH EVENTS

LAUSANNE, SWITZERLAND — 12 MARCH 2026

The International Fencing Federation (FIE) has officially confirmed the new dates for the World Cup and Grand Prix competitions postponed earlier this month. Following a period of intense coordination with national federations, the FIE Executive Committee has cleared a path for a packed return to action in mid-April.

Interim President Abdelmoneim ElHusseiny expressed the organisation's gratitude to the local organisers for their cooperation in navigating the logistical challenges posed by the recent global uncertainty.

Revised April Competition Schedule

The four major events originally scheduled for March will now take place concurrently next month:

• Cairo (EGY): Men’s and Women’s Foil World Cups — 16–19 April 2026

• Padua (ITA): Men’s Sabre World Cup — 17–19 April 2026

• Athens (GRE): Women’s Sabre World Cup — 17–19 April 2026

• Budapest (HUN): Épée Grand Prix — 17–19 April 2026

The FIE website’s official calendar is being updated to reflect these changes. Athletes and delegations are advised to monitor the site for specific entry deadlines and logistical details.

Future Events Proceeding as Planned

In addition to the rescheduling, the FIE Executive Committee confirmed that several upcoming major championships and World Cups will proceed according to their original schedules. These include:

• Lima (PER): Foil Grand Prix

• Astana (KAZ): Men’s and Women’s Épée World Cups

• Tashkent (UZB): Women’s Sabre World Cup

• Budapest (HUN): Men’s Sabre World Cup

• Rio (BRA): Junior and Cadet World Championships

The FIE remains committed to its dual priority of ensuring the safety of the global fencing community and maintaining fair competition opportunities for all nations.