Baku, April 17, AZERTAC In accordance with the training plan for 2023, military pentathlon championships were held among the servicemen of Azerbaijan Army, the Ministry of Defense told AZERTAC. “First, the memory of National Leader Heydar Aliyev and martyrs, who sacrificed their lives for the sovereignty, independence, and territorial integrity of Azerbaijan was honored with observing a minute of silence. The National Anthem of the Republic of Azerbaijan was performed.The purpose of conduct the competition and safety rules were brought to the attention of the participants, after what the military athletes serving in various types of troops and formations competed in individual and team championships. The servicemen competed in competitions on overcoming the obstacle course, shooting, grenade launching, 8-km cross and swimming races.According to the final results, the winners were awarded with diplomas, cups and medals,” the ministry said.