Modern pentathlon laser run
CHOFU, JAPAN - JUNE 28: Ilke Ozyuksel of Turkey competes during the women's laser run on day two of the UIPM World Cup, Modern Pentathlon test event for the Tokyo 2020, at the Musashino Forest Sport Plaza on June 28, 2019 in Chofu, Tokyo, Japan. (Photo by Matt Roberts/Getty Images)
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The modern pentathlon (from the Greek word pente) consists of five disciplines, including an event that combines running and shooting:

Fencing: Epee (ranking round and bonus round)

Swimming: 200m freestyle

Equestrian: Show jumping (12 obstacles)

Combined event: 3200m cross-country running + laser pistol (5 targets at each of the four shooting stops)

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