World Triathlon partners with Hyrox opening potential path to Olympic inclusion

World Triathlon announced last week that it is partnering with Hyrox, according to BBC News. The agreement makes the fitness craze an officially recognised discipline under World Triathlon, which is an international federation. [1]

Hyrox combines running with various exercise stations, BBC News reported. Sporting Goods Intelligence Europe also covered the partnership, reporting that Hyrox is taking its Olympic ambitions to World Triathlon. [1][4]

Because Hyrox now sits under a recognised international federation, it could become eligible for inclusion at the Olympic and Paralympic Games, according to BBC News. SportsPro also reported on Hyrox's plans to turn hybrid racing into an Olympic and television spectacle. [1][3]

The new arrangement comes too late for inclusion at the Los Angeles 2028 Games, BBC News reported. British triathlete Max Stapley told the outlet that athletes worry Hyrox is not just participating, but aims to take over. [1]