Doha Fencing Grand Prix 2026: World Elite Fencers Arrive for Aspire Dome Event
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Fatima Saif
- . January 21, 2026
- . Update: January 21, 2026 3:16 pm
The Doha Fencing Grand Prix 2026 is set to captivate sports enthusiasts as the world’s top athletes descend upon Qatar this weekend. Marking an important event in the FIE World Circuit, this high quality championship will be held in January 23-25 in the state-of-the-art Aspire Dome. It is a fencing competition where more than 430 fencers representing 53 countries will compete to win glory in the fierce Epee competition, with the likes of the Olympic champions such as Japan Koki Kano returning to fight. Having free access to the whole spectators has been assured and the tournament is a great local chance to see high stakes duels and Olympic standards of precision within the centre of Doha.
World Elite Fencers Compete for Top Honors
The roster for this year’s Doha Fencing Grand Prix 2026 is nothing short of spectacular. The fans are sure to witness the highest standard of the fencing world, including the current gold medalist and champions of Paris 2024. The global rankings heavily rely on the competition and every bout is carrying a heavy price. World Elite Fencers are battling not just for the $22,000 prize pool, but for vital points that define their international standing in the lead-up to the next major championships.
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Schedule and Access for the Aspire Dome Event
The Aspire Dome Event schedule kicks off with men’s and women’s preliminary rounds on Friday and Saturday mornings. Sunday evening is the most exciting because of the televised finals. It has been established that General admission is free by the Qatar Fencing Federation who are inviting families to fill in the stands. Outside the fencing strips, the air should be electric, and it is going to show how precise and fast this noble sport is.
