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HYROX and World Triathlon have formed a strategic partnership that recognises Hybrid Racing as an official discipline under World Triathlon, with the aim of pursuing Olympic and Paralympic inclusion. The agreement establishes three sanctioned formats of Hybrid Racing: Ultimate, Fast, and Ultra, with World Triathlon’s national federations authorised to organise events and championships for elite and age-group athletes. Christian Toetzke, HYROX co-founder and CEO, said the partnership marks a monumental step toward making Hybrid Racing an Olympic sport.
World Triathlon President Antonio F Arimany stated the collaboration will expand participation and engage new audiences globally. Hybrid Racing combines running with functional fitness workouts and is now governed by World Triathlon alongside triathlon, which has been an Olympic sport since 2000. Despite the official support, some elite triathletes, including Alex Yee, Max Stapley, and Roksana Slupek, have publicly criticised the move, questioning the connection between the two sports.
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