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Reporter Blind-Dates at Hyrox Race, Heat Sparks Injuries

6/23/2026

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Surf paired reporter Kelsey Baker, selected after reviewing social-media fitness and personality profiles, with Eric, a 35-year-old professional, for a Hyrox blind-date race in New York.
The 77-minute race cost about $200 per ticket, sold out in minutes, and was held in 89 °F heat that caused several injuries.
Baker said the fitness blind date felt less awkward than a typical first date and let her learn more about Eric.

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Story summary

Surf paired reporter Kelsey Baker, selected after reviewing social-media fitness and personality profiles, with Eric, a 35-year-old professional, for a Hyrox blind-date race in New York.
The 77-minute race cost about $200 per ticket, sold out in minutes, and was held in 89 °F heat that caused several injuries.
Baker said the fitness blind date felt less awkward than a typical first date and let her learn more about Eric.