Could Hyrox's Olympic ambition spell the end for triathlon?

BBC News Wednesday 04 November 2026, 11:52 UTC 1 min read

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BBC Sport speaks to several triathletes about what World Triathlon's Hyrox partnership means for the future of the sport.

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Could Hyrox's Olympic ambition spell the end for triathlon?

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