Hyrox competitor finishes Beijing race despite reported bowel incontinence
Australian athlete Joanna Wietrzyk completed a Hyrox event in Beijing last week while suffering from severe bowel incontinence.
Athlete continues after medical issue
Joanna Wietrzyk competed in the hybrid fitness event despite having soiled herself. She posted a message claiming that a win is a win regardless of the circumstances. Images later showed faecal matter dripping down her legs while she used communal equipment.
Organisers and athlete issue apologies
Hyrox officials initially supported the competitor but later deleted their supportive statement. Wietrzyk admitted she should have stopped racing immediately after her condition became apparent. Both sides issued quick apologies following public concern over health risks to others.
Concerns raised about safety
Some observers argued that her condition posed a direct health risk to other competitors. The event took place in Beijing just over a week ago. Wietrzyk stated there is more to life than racing after the incident.
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