Hyrox wants to be in the Olympics but at what cost for triathlon?

World Triathlon has admitted Hyrox into its federation, bringing the fast-growing fitness sport into the wider Olympic family. The move raises questions about whether the partnership could help Hyrox reach the Games, and whether existing triathlon events or other sports might lose places as a result.

The terms of the agreement are unclear, including any financial arrangements or commitment to lobby for Hyrox at Brisbane 2032. Triathlete Max Stapley said the move worried him about the sport’s future, while Hyrox co-founder Moritz Furste said it could help a generation of hybrid racers pursue Olympic ambitions. Hyrox reports around 1.5 million participants in the past year, while triathlon participation is below its peak; the IOC is due to decide Brisbane 2032’s sports programme in April next year.