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The rules you will see every few minutes, in the order you meet them. Each opens on its answer.

B · Beginner · 4 rules · Step 1 of 4

Classes and equipment

How does wheelchair fencing work?Wheelchair fencing is foil, epee and sabre fenced by athletes seated in wheelchairs that are locked into a frame on the piste.

The bout

How is the distance set in wheelchair fencing?Before the bout the fencers set the measure.
Can wheelchair fencers lift off the seat?Fencers must stay on the seat with the soles on the footrest.
What is the target in wheelchair fencing?At foil the target is the trunk, from collar to hip bones.

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