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Having won everything else in the sport, Egypt celebrated the crowning of Africa’s first individual world champion as Moutaz Mohamed romped to success in the Men’s Final at the UIPM 2025 Pentathlon World Championships in Kaunas (LTU).
The ‘Farida Slam’ – an unprecedented Pentathlon feat that might never be repeated – was duly accomplished today by the irrepressible Farida Khalil of Egypt as she conquered the summit of the sport in the Women’s Final at the UIPM 2025 Pentathlon World Championships.
- Senior world title completes 2025 quadruple for 14-year-old phenomenon
- Khalil (EGY) and Mohamed (EGY) become Africa’s first individual world champions
- Medals for Guzi (HUN), Rochat (FRA), Tognetti (ITA) and Lukes (CZE)
A dream season for Egypt culminated in a double success at the UIPM 2025 Pentathlon World Championships as Farida Khalil and Moutaz Mohamed became the first African pentathletes to wear the individual crown.
- Praise from visiting IOC Members caps milestone week in Kaunas (LTU)
- Obstacle racing and indoor arena provide new dimensions for youth appeal
- 5,000 spectators enjoy ‘connection of sport, show and entertainment’
KAUNAS, LITHUANIA – September 1, 2025: The first indoor edition of the UIPM Pentathlon World Championships has been declared an outstanding success by visiting International Olympic Committee (IOC) Members, who also gave a ringing endorsement of the sport’s new format.
- Pentathlon Challenge quiz tests knowledge of history and rules across generations
- Athletes and fans share fun videos proclaiming: ‘I Am Coubertin’ in tribute to founder
- Social media activation backed up by national celebrations in countries such as Iraq
The global Pentathlon community came together in September 2025 for the biggest-ever celebration of the sport’s heritage and founder.
As the appetite for UIPM Sports continues to grow across the Middle East, the pivotal role played by those who judge the sport has received a fresh injection of energy and talent.
Dubai, the most populous of the United Arab Emirates, was the site of a significant and successful UIPM Judges Certification Programme course in recent weeks.
The Level 1 course, overseen by UIPM JCP educator Agnes Kulcsar (HUN), involved two stages of learning for a cohort of over 30 students who were taking their first steps on the judging journey.
By Rob Stull, UIPM President
When we look back on the summer of 2025, one thing is clear: the political landscape of Modern Pentathlon has changed, and it has changed for the better.
Our sport has been redefined by the new-look format, with the Obstacle discipline and Direct Elimination Fencing bringing new energy and captivating new audiences. It is no exaggeration to say that decision-makers at the highest level of the Olympic Movement are taking notice.
Redesigned pathway for Masters discussed in hybrid meeting in Madrid (ESP)
UIPM President Rob Stull has led the tributes to Valentin Boroznin, Secretary General of the Ukrainian Modern Pentathlon Federation, who died on September 11.
The long-serving official was a member of the Ukrainian Olympic Committee as well as being an honoured coach and ambassador for physical culture and sports. His passing marks another cruel blow to the Ukrainian Pentathlon community, coming so soon after the death of Igor Panin – who was one of the athletes trained by Valentin Boroznin.
The Pentathlon family in the United States and worldwide is in mourning after the sad passing of Jack Daniels, a two-time Olympic medallist in Modern Pentathlon and one of most lauded running coaches in history, who died on September 12 at the age of 92.
Born in Detroit, Michigan on April 26, 1933, Daniels was still an infant when his family moved to the Bay Area of California. He spent almost his entire life devoted to sport as an athlete, an Olympian, a trail-blazing coach and exercise scientist, and an author.