Sharjah: Fencing competitions will kick off on Tuesday, February 3, as part of the eighth edition of the Arab Women's Sports Tournament (AWST 2026), organised by Sharjah Women's Sports. The tournament will take place from 2 to 12 February across the Emirate of Sharjah, bringing together 63 teams from 16 Arab countries competing in nine individual and team sports.
According to Emirates News Agency, the fencing events will feature seven teams representing six Arab countries, including Sharjah Women's Sports Club and Fujairah Martial Arts Club from the UAE, AlUla Club from Saudi Arabia, Al Bastin Club from Bahrain, Damascus Club from Syria, Kuwait Fencing Academy from Kuwait, and Salalah Club from Oman.
Official fencing competitions will be held at Al Qarayen Children's Centre, while training sessions for participating teams will be conducted at both Al Qarayen Children's Centre and the Sharjah Women's Sports Olympic Centre. This setup follows an approved operational plan that ensures venue readiness, organisational precision, and complete officiating and equipment requirements.
In this context, Sharjah Women's Sports invites the public and fencing enthusiasts to attend the competitions and support Arab women athletes in a highly competitive environment that reflects the spirit of Arab women's sport.