A Thrilling Women’s Épée Final at the Veteran World Championships 2025 – Manama, Bahrain

The Women’s Épée Final delivered a gripping conclusion to Day 4 in Manama, bringing together two outstanding athletes whose performances exemplified the highest level of veteran fencing:

Natalya Goncharova – Kazakhstan
Kristin Foellmer – USA

Both fencers earned their places in the gold medal match through powerful and strategic semifinal victories:

• Natalya Goncharova (KAZ) advanced after a dramatic and narrow 9–8 win over Georgina Usher (GBR).
• Kristin Foellmer (USA) secured her spot in the final with a confident 10–7 victory against Florence Pagny (FRA).

In the championship bout, Natalya Goncharova delivered an exceptional performance, demonstrating precision, composure, and deep competitive experience. She ultimately earned the silver medal, finishing just short of the gold in a closely contested and emotional final.

Her result stands as a testament to her remarkable preparation, tactical maturity, and unwavering determination.
We extend our warmest congratulations to Natalya Goncharova and the entire Kazakhstan team — an outstanding achievement that underscores the strength and rising momentum of Kazakhstani veteran fencing on the global stage.