Beijing, Sept 15, 2026 (AFP) - Hyrox apologises for allowing race to continue after athlete soils herself

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2026-09-15

The Hyrox athletics franchise has apologised for allowing an athlete to complete an event in Beijing despite soiling herself midway through, causing an outcry on social media. Photos and videos posted online showed Australian athlete Joanna Wietrzyk with soiled legs and shoes, continuing to use the mats and equipment at the competition held Saturday in the Chinese capital. She completed the event without the organising committee intervening, and......

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