Daily Beam Blog

What is it about the art of fencing that catches a persons attention? Is it the flash of the foil or sabre as each combatant attempts to score a hit? Perhaps it is more basic and primal in nature why this sport can be so very addictive to watch. Perhaps it is the more primal part of us that simply can not look away once both combatants are dressed in their fencing equipment and ready to do battle. It is fascinating and exciting event to watch as two combatants go at one another with the thrusts and parries and strategy that is required of this amazing sport.