Event Overview
The Sands China 2024 Asian Youth Elite Fencing League – Macao makes its debut in the city. Sands China Ltd. and Asia Sports Development Ltd. will co-host this three-day event from December 28 to 30 at The Venetian Macao's Cotai Expo Hall A, inviting elite young fencers from around the world to compete for honors across various categories.
Event Details
- Dates: December 28–30, 2024
- Venue: Cotai Expo Hall A, The Venetian Macao
- Participants: Nearly 800 elite fencers aged 6–14 from Mainland China, Hong Kong, Macao, Taiwan, Thailand, Singapore, the USA, and more.
- Competition Format: 36 events over three days.
- Days 1 & 2: Individual Foil, Épée, and Sabre competitions for Boys' and Girls' U8, U10, U12, and U14 categories.
- Final Day: Team events for U10 and U14 categories, featuring all three weapons.
- Competition Standard: The event will use International Fencing Federation (FIE) standard competition arenas, feature FIE international referees, and implement video referee systems during elimination rounds to provide young athletes with an authentic international competition experience.
Community Engagement: "Sands Cares Presents: Fencing Up Close"
Alongside the main competition, Sands China will host community engagement activities:
- Guest Speakers: Olympic silver medalist, Korean fencer Yoon Jisu, and Hong Kong fencing representative Lam Yin-wai will share their competitive experiences and career journeys.
- Athlete Sharing: Hong Kong men's sabre representatives Law Ho Tin and Chan Lok Hei will share insights and provide guidance to local Macao youth athletes.
- Injury Prevention: A professional physiotherapist will be on-site to share tips on preventing sports injuries.
Admission
- The fencing league and all associated activities are free and open to the public.
Event Significance
This influential youth event aims to develop into an Asian youth fencing ranking league, promoting the sport's development among the younger generation in the Greater Bay Area and across Asia.
For more details, please visit the official event page.
