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James Williams – Post Portland Interview

Cool picture of James Williams shot by Nigel Barker After the Portland NAC we caught up with James Williams.  Unfortunately, the interview failed to get published in a timeline manner, so here it is a little late. James and the rest of the US Men’s Saber fencers are off to Plovdiv this weekend for a Grand Prix...

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Paris proved great for the US.

Italy Tops Qualification Standings for Men’s Foil

Paris proved great for the US. 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, the top-4 teams qualify directly to the Olympics followed by the top team in each Olympic zone (Africa, Americas, Asia, Europe).  Great Britain is allowed...

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Despite flat performances, most of the top qualifiers remained in place.

Olympic Qualification Analysis – Men’s Epee after Legnano

Despite flat performances, most of the top qualifiers remained in place. 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 displace their countrymen.  Ulrich Robieri (FRA) makes an appearance taking 2nd at the event.  Does he even have...

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