Olympics explained: What is the triathlon?

July 15, 2021 admin 0

The triathlon is one of the most grueling events in the Olympics. Here’s what the triathlon is all about, the rules and who may win at the 2021 Olympics. Swimming, running and cycling, the triathlon has it all. The triathlon is a test of endurance that’s the younger brother of the 10-event competition, the decathlon. […]

Olympics explained: What is the decathlon?

July 15, 2021 admin 0

The Olympic Decathlon is a test of strength, endurance and overall athletic ability. But what exactly is this 10-event performance all about? The decathlon is the athletic competition. The most known decathlete was Bruce Jenner who set a world record of 8,616 points in 1972. The name comes from the Greek word “deca-“, meaning 10 and “athlon” meaning contest. […]