Modern pentathlon at the 2011 Pan American Games – Men's
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The men's Individual competition of the modern pentathlon
events
at the 2011 Pan American Games
will be held on October 16 at the Hipica Club. The defending Pan American Games champion is Eli Bremer
of the United States
. While the Pan American Championship, champion is William Brady
also of the United States.
The top placing athlete from North America
and South America
along with the two other athletes not already qualified will be awarded spots to compete at the 2012 Summer Olympics
in London
, Great Britain
. The two spots will be assigned to the two best placed not already qualified irrespective of region.
, the modern pentathlon
events will introduce laser shooting (as opposed to pistol shooting) and a combined shooting/running event. Athletes will compete first in epée fencing
followed by swimming the 200 metre freestyle, thirdly in equestrian (jumping) and finally in the combined shooting/running event. The athlete that crosses the line first wins.
Modern pentathlon
The modern pentathlon is a sports contest that includes five events: pistol shooting, épée fencing, 200 m freestyle swimming, show jumping, and a 3 km cross-country run...
events
Modern pentathlon at the 2011 Pan American Games
Modern pentathlon competitions at the 2011 Pan American Games in Guadalajara was held from October 15 to October 16 at the Hipica Club. The sport became the first sport to be completed out of the 36 sports on the program.-Medal table:-Events:...
at the 2011 Pan American Games
2011 Pan American Games
The 2011 Pan American Games, officially the XVI Pan American Games, was an international multi-sport event that was held from October 14–30, 2011 in Guadalajara, Jalisco, Mexico. Some events were held in the nearby cities of Ciudad Guzmán, Puerto Vallarta, Lagos de Moreno and Tapalpa...
will be held on October 16 at the Hipica Club. The defending Pan American Games champion is Eli Bremer
Eli Bremer
Eli Bremer is a modern pentathlete competed for the United States at the 2008 Summer Olympics in Beijing, China. He finished 23rd overall in the modern pentathlon event. He was born in Hancock, New Hampshire....
of the United States
United States
The United States of America is a federal constitutional republic comprising fifty states and a federal district...
. While the Pan American Championship, champion is William Brady
William Brady
William Otterwell Ignatius Brady was an American clergyman of the Roman Catholic Church. He served as Bishop of Sioux Falls and Archbishop of Saint Paul .-Biography:...
also of the United States.
The top placing athlete from North America
North America
North America is a continent wholly within the Northern Hemisphere and almost wholly within the Western Hemisphere. It is also considered a northern subcontinent of the Americas...
and South America
South America
South America is a continent situated in the Western Hemisphere, mostly in the Southern Hemisphere, with a relatively small portion in the Northern Hemisphere. The continent is also considered a subcontinent of the Americas. It is bordered on the west by the Pacific Ocean and on the north and east...
along with the two other athletes not already qualified will be awarded spots to compete at the 2012 Summer Olympics
Modern pentathlon at the 2012 Summer Olympics
Modern pentathlon competitions at the 2012 Summer Olympics in London are scheduled to be held on Saturday 11 August and Sunday 12 August 2012. The men's and women's events will each involve 36 athletes...
in London
London
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, Great Britain
Great Britain
Great Britain or Britain is an island situated to the northwest of Continental Europe. It is the ninth largest island in the world, and the largest European island, as well as the largest of the British Isles...
. The two spots will be assigned to the two best placed not already qualified irrespective of region.
Format
For the first time at a Pan American GamesPan American Games
The Pan-American or Pan American Games are a major event in the Americas featuring summer and formerly winter sports, in which thousands of athletes participate in a variety of competitions. The Pan American Games are the second largest multi-sport event after the Summer Olympics...
, the modern pentathlon
Modern pentathlon at the Pan American Games
Modern pentathlon events have been contested at every Pan American Games since first games. After not being included in 1967 to 1983.-Events:...
events will introduce laser shooting (as opposed to pistol shooting) and a combined shooting/running event. Athletes will compete first in epée fencing
Fencing
Fencing, which is also known as modern fencing to distinguish it from historical fencing, is a family of combat sports using bladed weapons.Fencing is one of four sports which have been featured at every one of the modern Olympic Games...
followed by swimming the 200 metre freestyle, thirdly in equestrian (jumping) and finally in the combined shooting/running event. The athlete that crosses the line first wins.
Schedule
| Date | Time | Round |
|---|---|---|
| October 16, 2011 | 9:00 | Fencing |
| October 16, 2011 | 12:00 | Swimming |
| October 16, 2011 | 13:30 | Equestrian |
| October 16, 2011 | 13:30 | Combined shooting/running event |
Results
| Qualified for the 2012 Summer Olympics 2012 Summer Olympics The 2012 Summer Olympic Games, officially known as the "London 2012 Olympic Games", are scheduled to take place in London, England, United Kingdom from 27 July to 12 August 2012... |
| Rank | Athlete | Fencing Victories (pts) |
Swimming Time (pts) |
Equestrian Score (pts) |
Combined Shooting/Running Time (pts) |
Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 14 (892) | 2:09.27 (1252) | 0.00 (1200) | 10:53.24 (2384) | 5728 | ||
| 18 (1036) | 2:16.13 (1168) | 36.00 (1164) | 11:13.63 (2304) | 5672 | ||
| 14 (892) | 2:13.00 (1204) | 8.00 (1192) | 10:57.23 (2368) | 5656 | ||
| 4 | 12 (820) | 2:03.84 (1316) | 0.00 (1200) | 11:12.01 (2308) | 5644 | |
| 5 | 14 (892) | 2:09.98 (1244) | 0.00 (1200) | 11:25.58 (2256) | 5592 | |
| 6 | 11 (784) | 2:08.91 (1256) | 80.00 (1120) | 10:47.3 (2408) | 5568 | |
| 7 | 17 (1000) | 2:09.24 (1252) | 0.00 (1200) | 12:13.68 (2064) | 5516 | |
| 8 | 17 (1000) | 2:10.23 (1240) | 52.00 (1148) | 12:22.14 (2028) | 5416 | |
| 9 | 11 (784) | 2:11.03 (1228) | 0.00 (1200) | 11:48.45 (2164) | 5376 | |
| 10 | 10 (748) | 2:11.79 (1220) | 88.00 (1112) | 11:21.55 (2271) | 5352 | |
| 11 | 10 (736) | 2:06.91 (1280) | 24.00 (1176) | 11:53.62 (2144) | 5336 | |
| 12 | 13 (856) | 2:07.22 (1276) | 144.00 (1056) | 12:00.63 (2116) | 5292 | |
| 13 | 10 (748) | 2:11.10 (1228) | 0.00 (1200) | 12:00.63 (2144) | 5292 | |
| 14 | 12 (820) | 2:16.03 (1168) | 40.00 (1160) | 11:53.96 (2144) | 5292 | |
| 15 | 7 (640) | 2:11.20 (1228) | 20.00 (1180) | 11:57.38 (2128) | 5176 | |
| 16 | 14 (880) | 2:25.48 (1056) | 0.00 (1200) | 12:33.54 (1988) | 5124 | |
| 17 | 9 (712) | 2:17.68 (1148) | 152.00 (1048) | 12:33.45 (1988) | 4896 | |
| 18 | 15 (928) | 2:23.93 (1076) | 20.00 (1180) | 13:46.86 (1696) | 4880 | |
| 19 | 8 (676) | 2:22.66 (1088) | 40.00 (1160) | 13:30.21 (1760) | 4684 | |
| 20 | 9 (712) | 2:43.06 (844) | 12.00 (1188) | 12:50.90 (1920) | 4664 | |
| 21 | 14 (892) | 2:19.98 (1124) | 368.00 (832) | 14:33.07 (1508) | 4356 | |
| 22 | 7 (640) | 2:36.34 (924) | 172.00 (1028) | 16:23.73 (1068) | 3660 | |
| 23 | 6 (604) | 2:18.71 (1136) | 640.00 (560) | 16:27.40 (1052) | 3352 | |
| 24 | 6 (604) | 2:13.49 (1200) | 1112.00 (88) | 16:53.21 (948) | 2840 | |
| 19 (1072) | DSQ (0) | DNS (0) | DNS (0) | DNF |