THE Nagpur fencing contingent delivered a stellar performance at the State-level Cadet Fencing Championship held in Aurangabad, clinching two gold and as many bronze medals thus securing 3rd position in the team championship. Young fencers from Nagpur lit up the arena with their exceptional footwork, skill and determination. In the individual events, Vaishnavi Bedwal struck gold in the sabre individual category, while Anupam Jagmohan earned a well-deserved bronze in the foil individual event. Both talented athletes have been selected to represent Maharashtra at the upcoming national championship.

 

The city’s success continued in the team events as well. Sabre girls team secured a bronze medal which includes members Vaishnavi Bedwal, Sanvi Noeding, Dhruva Barai, and Shravani Mojharker. Foil girls team also claimed a bronze medal, which comprised Aashna Chaudhary, Esha Yavvari, Itishree Hatwar and Vedika Ingole. The players attributed their success to the unwavering support of their parents and dedicated coaches — Ankit Gajbhiye, Rahul Mandokar, Sagar Bhagat and Avesh Somkunwar. Nagpur District Fencing Association officials, including President Ajay Sontakke, Secretary Md Shoaib, Treasurer Suresh Hajare and Nandkumar Dhanvijay, congratulated all the medal-winning fencers.