SA fitness coach dies after race collapse
South African-born fitness coach Leroy Saunders, 41, perished after collapsing during the BYD HYROX Bangkok 2026 competition on August 13, 2026. A respected trainer and owner of IAOT CrossFit, Saunders also founded Fight by Design, a strength and conditioning program for combat athletes. He was competing at the event when he suddenly lost consciousness and medical personnel immediately began CPR and resuscitation efforts.
He was later transported to a hospital but succumbed to his injuries. The exact cause of death remains undisclosed, and his family has requested the public and media refrain from speculation while they seek answers.
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