Olympic sport to talk with athletes amid anger over changes

Published November 8, 2021 5:44 AM

By GRAHAM DUNBAR
AP Sports Writer

GENEVA (AP) — A bitter divide with athletes over the removal of horse riding from the Olympic event of modern pentathlon has led the sport’s governing body to invite them to talks. The Monaco-based UIPM says it will host a video call Friday to consult athletes on replacing riding following a horse abuse incident at the Tokyo Olympics. A horse that refused to compete for the German leader of the women’s competition was hit by a team coach. The UIPM has since provoked confusion among athletes in handling the process to change one of the most traditional Olympic sports.

Article Topic Follows: AP National Sports

Jump to comments ↓

Associated Press

BE PART OF THE CONVERSATION

ABC 17 News is committed to providing a forum for civil and constructive conversation.

Please keep your comments respectful and relevant. You can review our Community Guidelines by clicking here

If you would like to share a story idea, please submit it here.