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Decathlon
An athletic event composed of ten track and field events, which test the physical aspects of speed, strength, skill and endurance. Decathlon is contested by male athletes, while female athletes participate in the heptathlon. Events are normally divided over two consecutive days, with the winner being determined by an accumulative score across all events.
The events include the 100m sprint, 400m run, 1500m run, 110m hurdles, long jump, high jump, pole vault, shot putt, discus, and javelin
For more information visit the sports governing body by clicking on the link below:
UK Athletics
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