I've been thinking about the decathlon and wondering if it would be a good idea to have an Olympic Decathlon rather than just an athletics one so that an all round olympic competitor could be crowned. The current athletic events are: 100 metres Long jump Shot put High jump 400 metres 110 metres hurdles Discus throw Pole vault Javelin throw 1500 metres I'm suggesting a more vaired mix: 100 meters High Jump Javelin Archery Track Cycling event Rowing Event Sailing Event Judo Freestyle swimming Gymnastics Vault Anything I've missed / thoughts?
Bit like the pentathlon; Running, Swimming, Shooting, Fencing and Horse riding (on a hore they don't know) It was supposed to represent all the skills needed of an 18th century cavalry officer behind enemy lines. Quite a few all round sports there in yours too
I like this idea. Maybe we could have one that represent's the skills needed to live in a 21st century world. Shopping Trolley Slalom Parallel Parking Dog **** hurdles etc.
