The UIPM has just concluded a major sequence with the series of Modern Pentathlon World Championshipsfrom August 24 to 30, in Guiyang, and the second edition of its World Obstacle Course ChampionshipsFrom September 4th to 7th, at Universal Studios BeijingThis series, dubbed Race Across China, largely met the expectations of the international federation's president, Rob Stull. The Race Across China perfectly illustrated what the future of UIPM sports might look likeFrom the magnificent setting of Guiyang to the spectacular scenery of Universal Studios Beijing, we were able to combining high-level sport with entertainment in a way that feels fresh, accessible and relevant “, he congratulates himself.
The former athlete believes that holding the World Obstacle Course Championships in the main walkway of Universal Studios " was a shining demonstration of how we can attract new audiences He also notes audience records » on TV and social media, proof of « the growing enthusiasm for this type of fast, exciting and highly visual sportFor the UIPM, it is a new chapter begins – and this is just the beginning. Race Across China has successfully brought together pentathlon and obstacle course racing, established athletes and new communities, as well as world-class competition and a high-quality spectacle. We now have a stronger platform from which we can to continue to innovate, to grow and to create opportunities incredible opportunities for the public to get involved in our multi-sport world. »
