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17 September 2026

Hyrox World Champion Who Soiled Herself Breaks Silence on Decision to Keep Competing

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Hyrox World Champion Who Soiled Herself Breaks Silence on Decision to Keep Competing

Joanna Wietrzyk remained in the competition after experiencing bowel incontinence and went on to win Hyrox Beijing ...

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