The chair must be fixed at a 110 degree angle to the central bar. The main object is the same as able-bodied competition. A point is awarded each time a fencer touches the opponent in the target area. Direct elimination matches consist of three 3-minute periods. Individual and team events are included in foil and epee for men and women.
Sabre events are limited to men.
The wheelchair is a primary piece of equipment. It is fixed to a metal frame in the performing area to maintain stability. The inside rear wheel should be covered by metal detachable shields. The chair may be cushioned. The cushion may be the same width as the wheelchair seat and have minimum height of 5 cm and a maximum height of 10 cm.