British fencer Alex Tofalides set up a last 16 clash with defending champion and top seed Daniele Garozzo (ITA) by defeating Toldo (BRA) 15-7 in the last 32.
Also through are Luperi (ITA) who survived a late scare against Nakis of Greece to win 15-13. American Alex Massialas also looked in fine form as he cruised past Kamphaus (LUX) 15-6.
Llavador of Spain continued to defy his seeding to emerge victorious against Gabor Nemeth 15-8 and now faces Kwak (KOR).
Photo courtesy of Denise Wilson