India wins 17 medals at U-23 Commonwealth fencing Championship
The Indian national fencing team achieved a dominant performance at the U-23 Commonwealth Fencing Championship in Lagos, Nigeria. The squad secured a total of 17 medals, including four gold, across various disciplines such as Sabre, Foil, and Epee.
Why it matters
This performance highlights the growing competitiveness of Indian athletes in niche international sports disciplines.
India secured 17 medals, including four gold at the U-23 Commonwealth Fencing Championship, dominating both the men's and women's individual events currently underway in Lagos, Nigeria.
Team India captured four gold, four silver, and nine bronze medals after the opening day of the event which began on Sunday and will run till August 14.
The national squad displayed absolute dominance across every discipline, ensuring at least one Indian fencer reached the podium in all six individual events spanning Sabre, Foil, and Epee categories, stated a release from the Fencing Association of India.
In the men's Sabre competition, Team India was led by Nikhil Wagh, who secured the gold medal. Lakshay Badser took the silver, while Ashwini Arya and Laishram Moramba shared the Bronze medals to complete a four-way victory.
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