Competitors in the modern pentathlon events have to excel at five very different sports: fencing (one-touch épée), freestyle swimming, equestrian show jumping, pistol shooting, and cross-country running. This sport, which has been a staple for over 100 years, is a highlight of the Summer Olympics.
To catch all the action, here’s the schedule for each event. (All times Eastern. An asterisk indicates a repeat airing.)
Thursday, August 8
- 5 a.m. – M&W Fencing Ranking Rounds (Digital)
Friday, August 9
- 7 a.m. – Men’s Semifinal A (Digital)
- 11 a.m. – Men’s Semifinal B (Digital)
Saturday, August 10
- 3:30 a.m. – Women’s Semifinal A
- 7:30 a.m. – Women’s Semifinal B (Digital)
- 11:30 a.m. – Men’s Final (Digital)
- 5 p.m. – Encore Coverage: Modern Pentathlon & More (Paris Extra 2)
Sunday, August 11
- 5 a.m. – Women’s Final (Digital)
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