‘I’m genuinely sorry’: Australian Hyrox athlete who soiled herself apologises to China and rivals
Joanna Wietrzyk ‘regrets’ decision to keep racing She forfeits points from her win in the Beijing race Get our new political email , free app or daily news podcast The Australian athlete who caused a storm by winning a Hyrox event in China despite soiling herself during the race has apologised to the “people of China” and rival athletes in a statement online. Posting on Instagram, Joanna…
Australian athlete Joanna Wietrzyk has apologised for winning a Hyrox event in Beijing despite soiling herself during the race. In a statement on Instagram, Wietrzyk offered a "sincere apology" to the people of China, her fellow competitors, spectators, and Hyrox organisers for what happened during the event.
The incident occurred during a Hyrox competition held on Saturday in the Chinese capital, where Wietrzyk continued to race and ultimately won the event despite suffering a severe episode of sudden bowel incontinence mid-race. According to The Citizen, photos and videos posted online showed Wietrzyk with soiled legs and shoes, continuing to use the mats and equipment at the competition.
The Hyrox athletics franchise also faced criticism for allowing Wietrzyk to complete the event without intervention, with some users on social media expressing concerns about hygiene and the health of other competitors and the public. Wietrzyk has forfeited points from her win in the Beijing race.
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