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Joanna Wietrzyk Returns to Elite Competition After HYROX Forfeit

By Drooid · Oct 29, 2026 · How we work

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Joanna Wietrzyk announced her return to elite competition at the Elite 15 race in Hamburg this weekend.
She soiled herself during the September 12, 2026 HYROX Beijing event and kept racing.
She withdrew, forfeited points, and apologized to spectators, competitors, and Chinese organizers.
Hyrox co-founder Moritz Furste apologized and said race rules will be reviewed.
Fans supported her comeback, while some commentators remained critical.

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Joanna Wietrzyk announced her return to elite competition at the Elite 15 race in Hamburg this weekend.
She soiled herself during the September 12, 2026 HYROX Beijing event and kept racing.
She withdrew, forfeited points, and apologized to spectators, competitors, and Chinese organizers.
Hyrox co-founder Moritz Furste apologized and said race rules will be reviewed.
Fans supported her comeback, while some commentators remained critical.