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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
Shahana Yasmin

Hyrox admits ‘mistake’ and changes rules after Australian athlete soils herself during Beijing race

Hyrox has apologised and changed its rules after allowing an Australian athlete to continue and win a Beijing race despite soiling herself.

The Melbourne-based athlete was participating in the Pro Women’s race at the National Speed Skating Oval on Saturday when she lost control of her bowels.

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