The first HYROX Fort Lauderdale event was held on 24th February 2024 at the Broward County Convention Center.
The event saw the first outing of the new HYROX equipment from Centr (which will eventually be used in all races, globally). The general consensus was that the equipment is very good quality, with a good feel. The sled push did appear to be quicker than normal (with the median time in the mens open being around 50secs quicker than the previous American event) but it remains to be seen whether this continues or not, as we often see faster sleds with new equipment (e.g. when HYROX first races in a new region). There were reports that the sled pull ropes felt different – with less stretch – and that some people needed to use chalk more regularly as the ropes became quite slippery. There were also new kettlebells, wall balls and sandbags in use. It is believed that the equipment will first make an appearance in Europe at the Cologne event in April.Â
Read on for the main results of the day…
Men’s Pro
The Men’s Pro was won by Dylan Scott in a time of 00:55:34 – a new 25-29 Age Group World Record – and the fastest non-grid time this season! It’s also the 7th fastest time ever and a really impressive showing (and PB) from Dylan, just 6 days ahead of him racing in the Elite race in Washington, where he will be hoping to claim a spot at the 2024 World Championships.
Second was Jesse Bruce in 01:01:46, and third place was taken by Mark Polzin in a time of 01:02:14.
A special mention goes to Tim Snee, who improved upon his own 50-54 Age Group World Record with a time of 01:09:02.
Women’s Pro
The Women’s Pro was won by Jess Pettrow in a time of 01:04:31 (making her the 23rd fastest athlete since the start of last year).
Second was Morgan Schulz in 01:05:40.
Third place was taken by Bridget Brown in a time of 01:07:47.
Pro Doubles
The Men’s Pro Doubles was won by Mikey Tranent and Lee Perfect in a time of 00:59:15 (they also won the Men’s Open Doubles!).
The Women’s Pro Doubles was won by Ruby Ornelas and Andrea De Oliveira in a time of 01:14:06.
Men’s Open
The Men’s Open was won by Augie Lengling in a time of 01:03:18.
Second was William Allen in 01:03:44.
Third place was taken by Connor Lindsey in a time of 01:04:12.
Women’s Open
The Women’s Open was won by Andrea Duncan in a time of 01:06:04.
Second was Karyn Guidry in 01:06:27.
Third place was taken by Jennifer Halloran in a time of 01:06:41.
Open Doubles
The Men’s Open Doubles was won by Mikey Tranent and Lee Perfect in a time of 00:54:48 (the winners of the Men’s Pro Doubles too!).
The Women’s Open Doubles was won by Ashley Heller and Sarah Rich in a time of 01:04:13.
The Mixed Open Doubles was won by Pelayo Menendez and Elena Rouco Chas in a time of 00:56:44 (keep an eye out for our interview with Pelayo coming on the Rox Lyfe podcast this week).
Here are some photos of the day…
HYROX previously raced in Miami on the beach as part of the Miami Beach Fitness Festival. Other North American HYROX events are held in Los Angeles, Chicago, New York, Anaheim, Houston, Washington DC, Mexico and Dallas.
