New Delhi, June 15 -- India will host the Asian Senior Fencing Championships 2026 in the national capital later this month. Scheduled to take place from June 19 to June 24, at the iconic Bharat Mandapam in New Delhi, it is the first time that India will host a continental-level fencing championship.

Widely recognised as the "Asia Cup" of fencing, the tournament is the most prestigious annual competition in the Asia-Oceania region, a release said.

This edition serves as a direct qualifier for the upcoming Asian Games, while offering vital ranking points that directly shape the global standings and competitive road to the Los Angeles Olympics 2028 cycle.

Alongside the championship, the capital will also welcome top sports executives from...