2023 European Cadets and Juniors Fencing Championships
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The 2023 European Cadets and Juniors Fencing Championships were held in Tallinn, Estonia from 21 to 28 February 2023 at the Tallink Tennis Centre. The championships featured individual and team competitions in all three weapons (épée, foil and sabre) for cadet (U17) and junior (U20) categories and were organised under the auspices of the European Fencing Confederation.[1]
Tallinn was selected as host due to its proven track record in organizing international fencing events, including the U23 European Championships. The mayor of Tallinn and the Estonian minister of culture welcomed the event as a celebration of youth sport and international cooperation.[2]
Venue
The championships took place at the Tallink Tennis Centre, which provided multiple pistes and facilities for athletes, officials, and spectators. The venue was adapted for simultaneous cadet and junior competitions across all three weapons: épée, foil, and sabre.[1]
Schedule
The competition was divided into two segments:
- Cadet (U17) competitions: 21–24 February 2023.
- Junior (U20) competitions: 25–28 February 2023.
Each segment included individual and team events for men and women. The opening ceremony was held on 21 February following the first day of cadet individual events.[3]
Notable performances
Italy, France, and Hungary dominated the medal standings, with strong performances across both cadet and junior categories. Several athletes achieved double podium finishes in individual and team events.[2]
Officials and organization
The event was overseen by EFC President Giorgio Scarso and featured a full roster of international referees and commission delegates.[4] More than 40 national federations affiliated with the EFC sent delegations. Each country was permitted to enter up to four athletes per individual event and one team per weapon category.
