Hyrox Beijing athlete apologises to China, competitors after soiling herself
- Posted on September 18, 2026
- By South China Morning Post
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In brief
Polish athlete Joanna Wietrzyk issued a public apology following an unexpected medical incident during the Hyrox Beijing competition. The competitor made the decision to retroactively withdraw from the race, forfeiting all earned points. Wietrzyk acknowledged she should have voluntarily exited the track when the situation occurred, expressing regret toward fellow competitors and the Chinese audience for the unfortunate circumstance during the international fitness racing event.
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Hyrox Beijing athlete apologises to China, competitors after soiling herself
Joanna Wietrzyk says she should have stepped off the track at Hyrox Beijing, announces her retroactive withdrawal from race, loss of points.
