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Imphal East Rises to 22 Golds as Prithibiraj and Mangaleibi Shine in 22nd Governor’s Cup Fencing
✍️ The Sangai Express
🗓 02 Aug 2026, 12:33 PM
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At the 22nd Governor’s Cup State Level Fencing Championship, athletes K Prithibiraj and T Mangaleibi helped Imphal East secure its 22nd gold medal, boosting the district’s tally.
The 22nd Governor’s Cup State Level Fencing Championship was held in Imphal, bringing together fencers from across Manipur.
In a standout performance, K Prithibiraj and T Mangaleibi won gold medals, pushing Imphal East’s total gold count to 22.
The achievement marks a continued rise for the district in the state’s fencing scene, reflecting growing investment in the sport.
Officials noted the athletes’ discipline and skill, and the event is expected to inspire more young fencers in the region.
In a standout performance, K Prithibiraj and T Mangaleibi won gold medals, pushing Imphal East’s total gold count to 22.
The achievement marks a continued rise for the district in the state’s fencing scene, reflecting growing investment in the sport.
Officials noted the athletes’ discipline and skill, and the event is expected to inspire more young fencers in the region.