UST wins first UAAP women's fencing title, ends UE's streak

University of Santo Tomas (UST) won its first-ever UAAP women's fencing championship on Friday at the Rizal Memorial Coliseum, breaking University of the East's three-year winning streak.

UST secured victory with a 45-40 win against UE in the sabre team final after both teams were tied with two gold medals each following the epee event where UE won by a score of 45-41.

Jannah Catantan, UST's Season 87 Most Valuable Player, expressed her disbelief and gratitude over the historic achievement, crediting her teammates' talent and fighting spirit.

UE maintained its dominance in men's fencing by extending its title streak to 11 seasons, while also securing a double crown with its high school team for their 13th consecutive championship.

Other notable performances included UP finishing second overall and De La Salle University clinching a podium finish in the boys' division.