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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
Shahana Yasmin

Hyrox champion shocks rivals by finishing race despite soiling herself

An Australian Hyrox champion has sparked a fierce debate about sporting endurance and hygiene after winning a Beijing race despite defecating during the event and continuing to compete.

The athlete was competing in the women’s pro event at the Hyrox Beijing competition on Saturday when she appeared to lose control of her bowels, according to Philstar. Videos and photographs on social show faecal matter on her legs as she continued through different stations in the race.

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