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| Alexander Tofalides | |
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| Full name | Alexander Andreas Tofalides |
| Nickname(s) | Alex |
| Born | March 13, 1993 London, England |
| Nationality |  Cyprus,  United Kingdom |
| Height | 176 cm (5 ft 9 in) |
| Weight | 70 kg (154 lb) |
| Sport | |
| Sport | Fencing |
| Weapon | Foil |
| Hand | Left-handed |
| Club | Inspion Sports |
| Head coach | Benjamin Peggs[1] |
Alexander Andreas "Alex" Tofalides (born March 13, 1993) is a Cypriot fencer specializing in the foil. He is the first fencer to represent Cyprus at the Olympic Games.[2]
Early life and education[edit]
Tofalides was born in London, England. He began fencing at the age of seven and quickly demonstrated exceptional talent in the sport.[3] He balanced his fencing career with his academic pursuits at University College London (BA 2015)[4] and the London School of Economics and Political Science (MSc 2017).[5]
Fencing career[edit]
Youth competitions[edit]
Tofalides represented Great Britain at the 2010 Summer Youth Olympics, finishing in seventh place in the individual boys' foil event.[6] His early successes laid the foundation for a promising fencing career. Representing Great Britain until 2016, he was Individual Senior British Champion in 2013,[7] World Cup Bronze Medalist with Great Britain in Bonn 2014,[8] and Gold Medalist at the 2015 European Games in Baku with Team GB.[9]
Transition to Cyprus[edit]
Switching to represent Cyprus, Tofalides won his first gold medal at the FIE Men’s Foil Competition Satellite in Antalya, Turkey, in 2016.[10] His performances have significantly raised the profile of fencing in Cyprus.[11]
Olympic qualification[edit]
At the Tokyo 2020 European Olympic Qualifying event, Tofalides lost in the final to qualify for the Olympics.[12] Three years later, Tofalides secured his place at the 2024 Summer Olympics in Paris by winning the Europe Zonal Qualifying Tournament held in Differdange, Luxembourg.[13][14] This achievement marked a historic moment as he became the first Cypriot fencer to qualify for the Olympic Games.[15]
Style and technique[edit]
Tofalides is known for his strategic approach and technical prowess. His ability to read opponents and adapt his tactics mid-bout has been key to his success. He continues to refine his skills under the guidance of top coaches.[16]
Personal life[edit]
Beyond fencing, Tofalides is committed to promoting sports among the youth in Cyprus.[17] He is also an advocate for mental health awareness, emphasizing the importance of psychological well-being for athletes.[18]
Achievements[edit]
2010 Summer Youth Olympics: 7th place (individual boys' foil)[19]- 🥇
2016 FIE Men’s Foil Competition Satellite Antalya, Turkey: Gold Medal<ref>{{cite web |
- ^ "UK Cypriot Alex Tofalides qualifies for Olympics in fencing". Cypriots Worldwide. Retrieved 2024-06-07.
- ^ "Rosowsky Sixth at World University Games". British Fencing. British Fencing Association. Retrieved 2024-06-07.
- ^ "Alexander Tofalides wins gold in his first fencing tournament representing Cyprus". Parikiaki. Retrieved 2024-06-07.
- ^ "Rosowsky Sixth at World University Games". British Fencing. British Fencing Association. Retrieved 2024-06-07.
- ^ "Alexander Tofalides wins gold in his first fencing tournament representing Cyprus". Parikiaki. Retrieved 2024-06-07.
- ^ "Rosowsky Sixth at World University Games". British Fencing. British Fencing Association. Retrieved 2024-06-07.
- ^ "Rosowsky Sixth at World University Games". British Fencing. British Fencing Association. Retrieved 2024-06-07.
- ^ "Rosowsky Sixth at World University Games". British Fencing. British Fencing Association. Retrieved 2024-06-07.
- ^ "Alex Tofalides wins European Games gold". Parikiaki. Retrieved 2024-06-07.
- ^ "Alexander Tofalides wins gold in his first fencing tournament representing Cyprus". Parikiaki. Retrieved 2024-06-07.
- ^ "Alexander Tofalides wins gold in his first fencing tournament representing Cyprus". Parikiaki. Retrieved 2024-06-07.
- ^ "When I lost in final 2021 Tokyo qualification". FIE. Retrieved 2024-06-07.
- ^ "Alex Tofalides qualifies for Olympics in fencing". Parikiaki. Retrieved 2024-06-07.
- ^ "UK Cypriot Alex Tofalides qualifies for Olympics in fencing". Cypriots Worldwide. Retrieved 2024-06-07.
- ^ "Alex Tofalides qualifies for Olympics in fencing". Parikiaki. Retrieved 2024-06-07.
- ^ "UK Cypriot Alex Tofalides qualifies for Olympics in fencing". Cypriots Worldwide. Retrieved 2024-06-07.
- ^ "About us – Inspion Sports". Inspion Sports. Retrieved 2024-06-07.
- ^ "About us – Inspion Sports". Inspion Sports. Retrieved 2024-06-07.
- ^ "Rosowsky Sixth at World University Games". British Fencing. British Fencing Association. Retrieved 2024-06-07.