Time for a review. 2025 is drawing to a close, and the president of the UIPM Rob Stull decided to look back on the past year, a pivotal year for the development of modern pentathlon. This first full year has allowed us to to lay solid foundationshe welcomes. There is still work to be done, but with the momentum gained and a clear direction, I am confident about the future of modern pentathlon. »
« Throughout the season, the new pentathlon format continued to take shape. The introduction of the obstacle course and the knockout fencing event marked historic moments for our sportEach event reinforced the same message: The pentathlon is becoming faster, more understandable, more spectacular and more excitingboth for the athletes and for the public. »
The World Championships in Kaunas, Lithuania, allowed us to… present the pentathlon as a true entertainment product Rob Stull points out that The pentathlon now has the flexibility to thrive in open-air stadiums, indoor arenas, and iconic settings. We can set up in parks, on beaches, and in urban environments. "A major asset for the years to come."
« My first participation in the IOC session as president of the UIPM, and then in the Forum of International Federations, allowed me togain a valuable perspective on the Olympic landscape as a whole and on our role within it, he adds. The fact of to engage directly with IOC leaders and the other presidents of international federations strengthened our relations and underlined the importance of alignment, credibility and innovation in the lead-up to Los Angeles 2028. »
