Holguin fencer Iván Cuza Rodríguez achieved the best performance of the Cuban delegation at the Antioquia 2026 Grand Prix of Epee. Held in the Colombian city of Medellín.
The main objective was met: to advance after the initial group stage matches. Although he lost in the round of 64 to Japan’s Asami Seiya, he expressed satisfaction with the result. Especially considering that they faced off among the top 16 competitors in the world rankings. Remarked the native of the Cuban City of Parks.
His 32nd place finish reflects the hard work and effort put in during each training session. The 22-year-old athlete from northeastern Cuba told CNA exclusively.
This marks my second appearance at an event of this magnitude, where more than 200 fencers competed. Which makes my performance even more remarkable, stated Cuza Rodríguez.
Moreover this performance in the coffee-growing region has been a very important step forward in my development as an athlete. Affirmed the talented fencer, who joined the national team just two years ago and has already won gold and bronze medals at the Cerro Pelado Cup.
The experience in Medellín is proof, both personally and for the team. We are on the right track in our preparations for the 2026 Central American and Caribbean Games in Santo Domingo. As well as the Pan American qualifier in Lima, Peru, in two weeks. Also noted this young fencer, a two-time Cuban team silver medalist and individual bronze medalist.
Despite the difficulties that have forced us to grow with each day of preparation. We are ready to take on the challenge of securing a spot in the Pan American Games. And delivering a respectable performance at the Central American and Caribbean Games, stated Holguin fencer Iván Cuza Rodríguez.
Alhjadis Bandera, president of the Cuban Fencing Federation, expressed his satisfaction to the digital news site Jit with Cuza’s performance. Who also finished eleventh in the 2025 Central American and Caribbean Championships.
This is an encouraging result in a top-level competitive event, emphasized the Cuban federation official.
With information from CNA
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