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VBF Women's Fencing Triumph: 3 Gold Medals at National Championships

The 36th National Fencing Championship witnessed an incredible performance from Vijayi Bharat Foundation's women fencers. Mitva Chaudhary, Kanupriya, and Shreya Gupta swept gold medals in all three weapons categories. Chaudhary made history as the first fencer from Gujarat to win senior national gold. This dominant display highlights VBF's successful training program that has produced multiple national champions.

Key Points: Vijayi Bharat Foundation Women Sweep National Fencing Gold Medals

  • Mitva Chaudhary becomes first fencer from Gujarat to win senior national gold
  • Kanupriya secures gold at age 18 with commanding 15-5 final victory
  • Shreya Gupta wins second national championship in nail-biting 15-14 final
  • R.Sherjin adds bronze medal in men's epee for VBF's four-medal tally
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36th National Fencing Championship: Vijayi Bharat Foundation's women fencers clean sweep individual events with three gold medals

VBF women fencers Mitva Chaudhary, Kanupriya, and Shreya Gupta clinch gold in all three weapons at 36th National Fencing Championship in dominant display.

"These young fencers have demonstrated remarkable composure, technical finesse, and competitive spirit - Vijayi Bharat Foundation"

Ahmedabad, November 20

Competing against some of the finest fencers from across the country, Vijayi Bharat Foundation (VBF)'s women fencers shone at the 36th National Fencing Championship in New Delhi, clinching gold medals in all three weapons, Mitva Chaudhary won the Epee title, Kanupriya secured gold in Foil, and Shreya Gupta won the Women's Sabre event, as per a release from Vijayi Bharat Foundation.

Also, in a nail-biter R.Sherjin managed a Bronze Medal in men's Individual Epee, taking the total tally of VBF to 4 medals.

Three of VBF'S finest fencers, Mitva, Kanupriya and Shreya left their mark with Mitva Chaudhary also becoming first fencer from Gujarat to win Gold at the Senior National Fencing Championship.

Mitva Chaudhary became the first fencer from Gujarat to secure a gold medal at the Senior National Championship. In the final match, she defeated Punjab's Ena Arora 15-13.

Second gold for Shreya Gupta in the Senior National Championship after a nail-biting final. She defeated Tamil Nadu's JS Jefarlin 15-14 in a closely contested match.

Kanupriya secured her gold medal at the age of 18, with a commanding display of precision and timing, she overpowered Netam Divyanshu 15-5 in the final.

All three fencers have been training at Vijayi Bharat Foundation (VBF) since 2023 and have made waves in the national and international fencing circuit over the years.

Under the expert guidance of the dedicated team at VBF, these young fencers have demonstrated remarkable composure, technical finesse, and competitive spirit, which has not only helped them earn top honours but also highlight the strength of VBF's training and performance driving systems.

- ANI

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Rohit P
VBF is doing fantastic work in nurturing young talent. Kanupriya at just 18 winning gold with such dominance (15-5!) shows the quality of training. More such academies needed across India!
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David E
Incredible performances! Shreya's 15-14 victory must have been absolutely thrilling to watch. Fencing deserves more media coverage in India - these athletes are true champions.
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Ananya R
While this is wonderful news, I wish we could see more coverage of athletes from smaller states and rural backgrounds. Hope VBF expands its reach beyond major cities.
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Sarah B
What an achievement! All three weapons category golds - that's a clean sweep indeed! 🏆 These young women are breaking barriers and setting new standards in Indian sports.
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Vikram M
Great to see fencing getting recognition! Sherjin's bronze in men's epee shows VBF is producing talent across categories. Hope this inspires more youngsters to take up this elegant sport.

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