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Get ready to clash blades and chase gold! Fencing – one of the OG Olympic sports since 1896 – is back with high-octane action at the Paris 2024 Summer Games. From July 27 to August 4, athletes will duel across 12 events using three iconic weapons: the precise foil, the heavy-hitting epee, and the slashing sabre.
In a virtual twist, CGTN's Mike Fox recently suited up in their metaverse-style studio to test his fencing skills. 'It's like lightsaber combat meets chess,' he laughed, highlighting the sport's mix of physicality and strategy.
Pro Tip: Modern fencing gear uses electronic scoring systems – think wireless sensors in jackets and blades that light up on contact! Who said ancient sports can't be tech-savvy?
With its blend of history and innovation, fencing remains a perfect metaphor for the Olympics: honoring tradition while constantly evolving. Will you be watching when the first 'En garde!' echoes in Paris?
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Paris 2024: Fencing Takes Center Stage at the Olympics!
Fencing – one of the OG Olympic sports since 1896 – is back with high-octane action at the Paris 2024 Summer Games. From July 27 to August 4, athletes will duel across 12 events using three iconic weapons: the precise foil, the heavy-hitting epee, and the slashing sabre.
In a virtual twist, CGTN's Mike Fox recently suited up in their metaverse-style studio to test his fencing skills. 'It's like lightsaber combat meets chess,' he laughed, highlighting the sport's mix of physicality and strategy.
Pro Tip: Modern fencing gear uses electronic scoring systems – think wireless sensors in jackets and blades that light up on contact! Who said ancient sports can't be tech-savvy? 
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