Fencing competitions are events where athletes compete in the sport of fencing, which involves using swords to score points against an opponent. There are three main types of fencing: foil, épée, and sabre, each with its own rules and target areas. Competitors wear protective gear, including masks, jackets, and gloves, to ensure safety during bouts. In these competitions, fencers face off in a series of matches, aiming to score points by landing touches on their opponent. Matches are typically held in a strip, a long, narrow area where fencers can move back and forth. The fencer with the most points at the end of the match is declared the winner.