National modern pentathlon athletes have gathered in Haenam to compete over six days.
The Haenam County announced that the '4th National Modern Pentathlon Championships' is taking place at Usul Sports Park from September 2 to 7.
Hosted by the Korea Modern Pentathlon Federation, the event features over 800 athletes from across the country. Haenam County anticipates that around 6,000 visitors, including athletes, coaches, and officials, will come to the area during the competition.
Modern pentathlon combines fencing, swimming, obstacle racing, shooting, and athletics, requiring athletes to excel in various disciplines. It demands not only physical strength and agility but also concentration and technical skills in each sport.
South Korea is enhancing its competitiveness in modern pentathlon on the international stage, and this event is expected to serve as a platform for assessing domestic athletes' performance and expanding the sport's reach.
Haenam County is fostering modern pentathlon as a key sport in its regional sports marketing strategy and is actively working to attract national-level competitions.
Earlier this year, Haenam hosted the National Industrial Modern Pentathlon Championships in April and the 37th Minister of Culture, Sports and Tourism Cup in June, continuing its trend of hosting major events.
The county's sports infrastructure, capable of accommodating all modern pentathlon events in one location, is considered a significant advantage.
Haenam County has built the nation’s first indoor obstacle course and has facilities including the Usul National Sports Center swimming pool, as well as athletics and fencing venues. This infrastructure is being utilized not only for national competitions but also for attracting winter training camps.
To ensure the smooth operation of the event, the county is conducting pre-event checks on the facilities and surrounding environment, focusing on supporting athletes and ensuring safety at the venues.
The influx of large teams from across the country is also expected to positively impact the local economy, as athletes, coaches, and officials will utilize local accommodations and restaurants during the event.
Noh Bong-jin, head of the sports marketing team at Haenam County Sports Business Division, stated, “As athletes, coaches, and officials from across the country come to Haenam, we are doing our utmost to ensure the event runs safely and smoothly. We will continue to attract national competitions and training camps using our excellent sports facilities, fostering growth in both sports and the local economy.”
Meanwhile, Haenam County plans to continue expanding its hosting of national competitions and training camps across various sports, leveraging the sports facilities centered around Usul Sports Park to connect events and athlete stays with local consumption in accommodations and dining.
* This article has been translated by AI.
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