Exploring the physical attributes of elite épée fencing: a Delphi study of world-class coaches
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Cree, J.A., Newman, H.J.H., Norris, L.A., Oates, L. and Turner, A. 2026. Exploring the physical attributes of elite épée fencing: a Delphi study of world-class coaches. The Journal of Sports Medicine and Physical Fitness. 66 (3), pp. 362-370. https://doi.org/10.23736/S0022-4707.25.17379-9
| Type | Article |
|---|---|
| Title | Exploring the physical attributes of elite épée fencing: a Delphi study of world-class coaches |
| Authors | Cree, J.A., Newman, H.J.H., Norris, L.A., Oates, L. and Turner, A. |
| Abstract | BACKGROUND: This study aimed to identify and rank the physical attributes deemed most important for elite performance in épée fencing, from the perspective of world-class coaches. While extensive biomechanical and physiological research exists in fencing, limited attention has been paid to the experiential insights of elite coaches. |
| Keywords | fencing; delphi method; physical fitness; motor control; athletic performance |
| Sustainable Development Goals | 3 Good health and well-being |
| Middlesex University Theme | Health & Wellbeing |
| Publisher | Edizioni Minerva Medica |
| Journal | The Journal of Sports Medicine and Physical Fitness |
| ISSN | 0022-4707 |
| Electronic | 1827-1928 |
| Publication dates | |
| Online | 27 Feb 2026 |
| Mar 2026 | |
| Publication process dates | |
| Submitted | 17 Jun 2025 |
| Accepted | 02 Oct 2025 |
| Deposited | 22 Oct 2025 |
| Output status | Published |
| Accepted author manuscript | License File Access Level Open |
| Copyright Statement | This is a postprint version of the article published in The Journal of Sports Medicine and Physical Fitness. This version is free to view and download to private research and study only. Not for redistribution or re-use. ©Edizioni Minerva Medica. The final published article is available online on Minerva Medica website at https://doi.org/10.23736/S0022-4707.25.17379-9 . Cite this article as: Cree JA, Newman HJ, Norris LA, Oates LW, Turner AW. Exploring the physical attributes of elite épée fencing: a Delphi study of world-class coaches. J Sports Med Phys Fitness 2026;66:362-70. DOI: 10.23736/S0022-4707.25.17379-9 |
| Digital Object Identifier (DOI) | https://doi.org/10.23736/S0022-4707.25.17379-9 |
| PubMed ID | 41757623 |
| Language | English |
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