The pentathlon made its return as an Olympic event at the 1906 Games in Athens, consisting of a standing long jump, discus throw (ancient style), javelin throw, 192-metre run, and a Greco …

The modern pentathlon, based on the skills (fencing, shooting, swimming, running, and horseback riding) needed by a battlefield courier, was first included in the Olympic Games of 1912, and it …

About The modern pentathlon was created by Baron Pierre de Coubertin and introduced as a new sport at the Stockholm 1912 Olympic Games. The combined five sport event of fencing, …

Find out more about Olympic modern pentathlon, including the latest news, highlights, and interviews with Olympian athletes. Discover more from Olympics.com in the lead-up to the …

Aug 8, 2024 · How does Olympic modern pentathlon work? The modern pentathlon includes these events: Horse riding, fencing, swimming, running and shooting.

Jun 1, 2025 · Complete guide to Modern Pentathlon's five events: fencing, obstacle racing, swimming, and laser run. Learn scoring, history, and rules.

Apr 5, 2024 · Recapping the most essential highlights from Olympic modern pentathlon history, from the event's origin and timeline to all the most iconic moments and athletes, a …

The Modern Pentathlon World Cup is an annual series of modern pentathlon competitions, with four events taking place in the regular season and the top 36 female and top 36 male athletes …

Aug 10, 2024 · This will be the final Summer Olympics with the current line-up of the five events that make up the modern pentathlon. Gone will be the horse-riding and in its place: a …

The best way to start is one sport at a time. As you gain confidence and a love for the sport add another discipline. With all of the sub Sports of Pentathlon there is an event for everyone. …