Modern Pentathlon to Replace Equestrian with Obstacle Courses for 2028 Olympics

The UIPM aims to modernize the sport and attract a broader audience by introducing 'American Ninja Warrior'-style challenges.

The change follows a controversial incident at the Tokyo Olympics involving a distressed horse and a coach's misconduct.
The new format will debut at the Los Angeles Games, replacing the equestrian event with obstacle courses.
The decision has sparked mixed reactions among athletes, with some viewing it as necessary modernization and others as detrimental to the sport.
Modern pentathlon was introduced in 1912, featuring events modeled after a cavalry officer's skills.
The last equestrian event in modern pentathlon will take place at the 2024 Paris Olympics.