Started fencing: 1961

Best National Result: National Epee Champion 1968, 1982, 1984, 1985, 1987 and 1990

Best International Result: 7th in World Championships 1977

Best 3 results in 2005: British, Commonwealth and World Veterans Epee Champion

Personal comment: In my early years I was very fortunate to have two excellent coaches (Steve Boston and Ray Emery). I still rely on the technique they taught me many years ago but I also benefit greatly from the lessons I get now from Alex Agrenich and Marek Stepien.