Определение и Значение "pentathlon"

What is a "pentathlon"?

A pentathlon is a multi-event competition that typically consists of five different events. In modern pentathlon, the events include fencing, swimming, equestrian show jumping, and a combined event of running and shooting. The pentathlon is designed to test an athlete's versatility, as it requires skills in different types of physical activities, including speed, strength, agility, and precision. The events are scored individually, and the athlete with the highest total score at the end of the competition wins. The modern pentathlon is part of the Olympic Games and was originally designed to mimic the skills of a soldier.