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Bruce Dickinson Trades the Mic for a Foil at Fencing Tournament

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Bruce Dickinson, the legendary lead singer of Iron Maiden, has shown that his talents extend beyond music into the world of sports, particularly fencing. Recently, Dickinson took part in the Circuit Européen 2025 fencing tournament in Fâches-Thumesnil, France, competing in the veterans’ category. At 66 years of age, Dickinson showcased remarkable agility and technique, ultimately finishing 13th out of 31 contestants. His participation highlighted his diverse skill set, athleticism, and tenacity, attributes he has also exhibited throughout his illustrious music career.

Dickinson's fascination with fencing began during his school days when a teacher encouraged him to pick up the sport. This early introduction sparked a passion that led him to train with the British Olympic squad in the 1980s. Throughout the years, even while fulfilling his commitments with Iron Maiden, Dickinson kept fencing as a significant part of his life. He mentioned that the sport not only provided physical benefits but also helped in honing mental acuity, giving his brain a workout alongside his body.

In the recent competition, Dickinson won his first round match 10/4 against Denmark's Jeiner Simon, before falling to France's Pascal Jolyot, a seasoned fencer and three-time Olympic medallist. The defeat by Jolyot, who boasts gold and silver medals from the Moscow 1980 Olympic Games, was met with good humor by Dickinson, who described Jolyot as “not bad” in jest. His participation caught the attention of local officials, with the mayor of Fâches-Thumesnil, Patrick Proisy, acknowledging the significance of having an international star like Dickinson compete in their town’s prestigious event.

This foray into competitive fencing is only one facet of Dickinson's multifaceted life. Beyond his role as a rock icon, he has piloted commercial aircraft, brewed beer, and even battled and survived throat cancer, overcoming a significant health scare with grace and determination. His ability to balance such varied interests underscores his status as a true polymath, constantly seeking new avenues to explore and conquer.

 

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