Fourteen year-old Thomas Corlett from St Ninian's High School has been selected as part of England Fencing’s “Tomorrow’s Achievers” team to attend an international competition in Paris.
Thomas, who started fencing when he was nine, has already had good results in domestic competitions, achieving several medals in the Leon Paul Junior Fencing series.
His ambition is to go to the Olympics.
The Paris competition is attended by hundreds of fencers, representing more than 20 countries.
Ray Stafford, spokesman for England Fencing, Tomorrow’s Achievers, said: “There is no doubt Thomas shows great potential, and we are very pleased to have him as part of our team for Paris.”
FC Isle of Man to host in-form Atherton LR
Hockey: Cup semi-finals await this weekend
Rugby: Douglas' play-off quest to continue against Firwood Waterloo
Football: FA Cup & Woods Cup continue on busy weekend schedule
TT 2026: Ellis & Clement to continue push towards podiums