In a team match, what happens if Team X’s fencer sustains an injury and cannot continue during a relay match?

In a team match, if one fencer sustains an injury and is unable to continue, the default outcome is that the team loses the match. This is based on the principle that all members of the team must be able to compete for the match to proceed. The integrity of the event relies on having each member actively participate, and an injury that prevents a fencer from competing renders the team unable to fulfill that requirement. As a result, without the ability to substitute in another fencer or to continue safely, Team X cannot continue the match in a manner that meets the competition regulations, leading to an automatic loss.

The situation emphasizes the importance of health and safety in competitive fencing, and reinforces the rule that all participants must be fit to compete.