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A lot of ren faires have jousting events. Some of them even do melee weapon duels once they're dismounted. I've seen it live and it's awesome.
I used to do that. It's as choreographed as any other stage show. More so due to both safety and the need to improvise occasionally.
That sounds like the only logical explanation of what I see in this short video.
Have you heard of the international medieval combat federation?
https://share.google/ZQv2w6YVNFv0QXNu9
https://www.imcfederation.net/
Also, jousting is the official state sport of Maryland.
I have.