Paris International Fencing Challenge: the best of foil fencing at the Stade Pierre de Coubertin

The Paris International Challenge is back for a new edition from January 9 to 11, 2026, just after the French Elite Fencing Championships, once again at the Pierre de Coubertin Stadium! For the occasion, the world's elite men's foil fencers will gather in Paris for a must-see event on the international circuit, which will see nearly 300 participants from more than 55 countries compete.

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Whether you discovered fencing during the 2024 Paris Olympic Games or have always been a fan of the sport, don't miss the opportunity to see Olympic and world champions, as well as the French team, runners-up in the 2025 European Championships, Anas Anane, Maxime Pauty, bronze medalist at the 2025 World Championships, and Enzo Lefort, who you'll want to cheer on from the stands!

Competition schedule

• Friday, January 9: Individual event qualifications
• Saturday, January 10: Individual event finals
• Sunday, January 11: team event

French Elite Fencing Championships: athletes compete at the Pierre de Coubertin Stadium
The best French fencers will gather at the Pierre de Coubertin Stadium on Saturday, December 20, 2025, for the French Elite Championships. The three weapons will come together in a single competition in Paris. [Read more]