Hyrox apologises for allowing race to continue after athlete soils herself:
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Hyrox apologises after contamination during Beijing raceAfter criticism of hygiene and procedures, co-founder Moritz Fürste pledged immediate changes to the rules.
- The athlete was allowed to finish the Beijing race after soiling herself during the indoor fitness competition.
- Hyrox said an unforeseen situation made applying and understanding its existing hygiene and medical protocols unclear.
- Some participants demanded an apology and refunds, Chinese media reported, citing contact with contaminated equipment.
- After her identity was published, Hyrox announced permanent bans for people threatening or wishing violence against the athlete.
There is no place in our community for threats of violence or encouragement to harm an athlete,— Hyrox, in an earlier statement on Monday.
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