Who actually crushes HYROX when the rubber meets the Run–Row–Run? In this episode, Matt, Rich, and Deebo break down which CrossFit athletes translate to hybrid racing, deliver men’s and women’s rankings, and run a no-BS sub-60 reality check.
We also get into doubles strategy, station-by-station pitfalls (SkiErg, Sled Push/Pull, Burpee Broad Jumps, RowErg, Farmer’s Carry, Lunges, Wall Balls), and why broadcast politics keep ducking the H-word.If you’re HYROX-curious, CrossFit-obsessed, or just here for sharp takes with actual receipts, this one’s your playbook.
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00:00 — Cold Open & What’s On Deck
00:04:00 — Run–Row–Run Deep Dive: Does It Actually Translate?
00:20:16 — Women’s Rankings: Engine vs. Power (and Who’d Thrive)
00:53:39 — Men’s Rankings: Sub-60 Reality Check01:06:37 — Doubles Strategy & Dream Pairings (Cutoffs, Stations, Pace)
01:24:25 — Big-Picture Fallout, Broadcast Politics & WrapStay updated!
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00:00 – IntroThe crew warms up with snack chat, wildfire rants, and sets up the rules for an international venue bracket full of stats and surprises.09:40 – North America ShowdownFast courses vs. fun cities go head-to-head. Chicago, Phoenix, and Vancouver battle for regional supremacy—with some serious sled talk along the way.32:38 – Around the World in 8 MatchupsFrom Sydney to Cape Town, the panel debates where they’d race, vacation, and maybe qualify without dying in the heat—or altitude.52:40 – Europe Gets RealData meets drama as Berlin, Paris, Rome, and more square off. Race history, food quality, and airport vibes are all on the table.01:27:15 – The Final Four & The Wheel of ChaosIt all comes down to stadium dreams and airport PRs. With the world watching (kind of), the winner is crowned by the one true judge: Wheel of Names.01:36:50 – Final Thoughts & Future RegretsRecap the madness, predict who’s going to roast them online, and preview the spicy return of a very familiar host next week.📩 Stay in the loopOur weekly newsletter keeps you up to speed on all things HYROX, hybrid racing, and everything in between.Subscribe and read here: https://race-brain-media.ghost.io/ghost/#/editor/post/6866e121b797a500011487f8We’re all-in on this sport and the community that surrounds it. Stoked to connect—let us know what you think!
The crystal ball is back, and it's cloudy with a 100% chance of hot takes. Matt, Brakken, and Deebo go full Nostradamus on the 2025 Hyrox season — breaking down who’s going to break records, throw punches, or maybe test positive for a little extra “hydration.”We’re talking potential world champs, the rise (and stall) of the majors, whether relays matter, and why Hyrox still pretends Berlin is a normal course. Oh — and someone might get banned, bodied, or both.👀 Watch now to find out:Who’s breaking the men's world record (and who’s not)If punches get thrown before medals doWhether a CrossFit Games athlete can run sub-60If the Olympic dream is officially deadWhy the regional champs might shake everything up🔔 Subscribe for more chaos, commentary, and crystal ball clairvoyance.⏱️ Chapters (YouTube Style, No Brackets):00:00 2024 Prediction Recap & Roast Fest08:30 Will the Men’s & Women’s World Records Fall?20:00 First-Time Champs Incoming or Nah?34:00 PEDs, Suspicion & Who’s Getting Popped41:00 Punches, Judges & Run Course Chaos49:00 Team Relay and the Age Group Money Machine58:00 Will Hyrox Admit Courses Aren’t Equal?1:08:00 In-Competition Injuries: Are We Due?1:14:00 The Future of Regionals and Major Shake-Ups1:16:00 Crystal Ball Rapid Fire: CrossFitters, New Formats & Final Chaos
Welcome to the ultimate stat-fueled cage match of opinions, where Matt, Brakken, and Jack go full Race Brain on the HYROX Men’s All-Time Top 10. Expect passionate hot takes, suspiciously deep data dives, and just enough sarcasm to make your training shoes curl. From world-record obsessing to conspiracy theories about championship placements, this episode is a chaotic blend of metrics and mayhem—perfect for the stats junkies, podium dreamers, and keyboard warriors alike. Want to know who’s really the best (and why your favorite probably isn’t)? Strap in—because this one pulls no punches.
00:00 – Setting the Rules (So We Can Break Them)
09:45 – Defining “All-Time” Without Starting a Riot
21:10 – Metrics, Mayhem, and Misplaced Glory
34:30 – The Case for Consistency Over Flash
48:05 – Controversial Calls and Statistical Shenanigans
59:40 – Final Rankings and Full Send Regrets
Dive into the definitive HYROX women's all-time top 10 rankings. Race Brain’s Rich Ryan, Matt Mason, and Michelle Navaro debate GOAT status, analyze podium stats, world championship wins, PRs, and career longevity. Who’s #1? Who's rising fast? A must-listen for every HYROX athlete and fan.
00:46 – Intro: HYROX Top 10 Women of All Time episode
03:16 – Criteria for rankings: World Champs, podiums, PRs, longevity
07:02 – Michelle's take: Consistency and top 5 finishes
08:11 – Matt's metrics: Elite wins, elite starts, and world records
11:35 – The undisputed #1: Lauren Weeks' jaw-dropping resume
14:03 – Lauren’s elite podium consistency (17 of 18 races)
18:53 – Meg Jacoby ranks #2: Talent, world records, 9-for-9 podiums
24:18 – Linda Meier at #3: Recent World Champion and strong longevity
27:15 – Joanna Wetrich's perfect 5-for-5 podium debut earns #4
32:00 – Chris Roglowski vs Joanna debate: Does a World title outweigh consistency?
38:04 – Vivian Tufuto vs Viola Oberlander: Longevity vs peak performance
44:45 – Derrick Rose vs Chris Paul analogy: Who defines “all-time greatness”?
49:55 – The final top 10: Michaela Norman edges in, despite flash-in-the-pan season
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The 2024–2025 HYROX season had it all—world records, breakout stars, last-second drama, and game-changing performances. In this Roxies Awards episode, the Race Brain crew debates the season’s top athletes, most electrifying moments, and the biggest controversies that shook the sport.🏆 Who was the real Athlete of the Year—James Kelly or Tim Wenisch?🚀 Did Joanna Wetrick just have the greatest rookie season ever?🔥 Is Lucy & Shanae the most dangerous team in HYROX right now?📉 Did Meg Jacoby’s absence change the course of the season?From major wins to bold picks and snubs, we cover it all in this full-season breakdown.👇 Drop your Roxie picks in the comments and hit subscribe for more elite HYROX analysis!📬 Join the Race Brain newsletter: https://pages.racebrain.media/sticker-promo🎧 Listen on Spotify, Apple & all major podcast platforms⏱ Chapters:0:00 Intro – Welcome to the Roxies Awards2:15 Most Electrifying Race Moment15:30 Most Impactful Non-Race Moment27:40 Rookie of the Year Debate56:10 Athlete of the Year: Tim vs. JK1:08:00 Final Thoughts – Why 2025-26 Will Be Even Wilder
In this episode of Race Brain, Matt Mason, Marcus "Debo" Wallace, and Rich Ryan dive deep into the latest HYROX rule changes. From controversial penalty updates to gear adjustments and hilarious athlete stories, they break down everything you need to know ahead of the next season. Whether you're racing pro or age group, this discussion covers key insights, athlete takes, and a few spicy debates that could change how you race. Tune in and stay competitive!
00:00 Intro and banter with Debo and Rich
02:00 Rich’s 400m run challenge
03:40 The 60/60 Club explained
06:00 Hyrox elite kit and shirt mishaps
08:30 Time-based penalties vs distance-based
11:00 Penalty box system debate
14:00 Burpee broad jump confusion
17:00 Standardization and fairness in judging
21:00 Chalk rules and equipment inconsistencies
25:00 Laser and box jump solutions for burpees
30:00 Farmer’s carry handoff rule update
33:00 The “Dylan Scott” shoe rule explained
37:00 No stepping on sled pull lines
39:30 Water dumping and spitting now penalized
42:00 New pro age group rules for 60+
44:00 Visual judging and squat depth confusion
48:00 Janelle Teal wall ball controversy
51:00 Upcoming race majors and scheduling impact
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The 2025 HYROX World Championships in Chicago delivered thrilling performances, major storylines, and a fair share of controversy. From record-breaking athlete showdowns to sled drama that rocked the age group races, we cover it all.Join the Race Brain crew as we break down the highs, the lows, and what this means for the future of HYROX. We dive deep into judging inconsistencies, race-day experiences, standout performances, and predictions for the upcoming season.Whether you're a seasoned HYROX competitor, a fan of hybrid racing, or new to the sport, this is your ultimate post-race analysis.👉 Don’t forget to like, comment, and subscribe for more elite HYROX coverage!
00:00 Intro and Post-Race Vibes
02:00 Overall Thoughts on the HYROX Weekend
04:00 First-Timer Experience at World Champs
06:00 Venue, Atmosphere, and Event Setup
08:00 Athlete Depth and Competition Levels
10:00 Chicago Venue Pros and Cons
12:00 Sled Controversy: What Went Wrong?
16:00 Was It the Sleds or the Turf?
19:00 Potential Solutions for Sled Consistency
22:00 Elite vs. Age Group Experiences
26:00 Judging Issues and On-Course Confusion
30:00 Penalties, Communication, and Athlete Frustrations
34:00 How to Fix In-Race Penalty Enforcement
37:00 Subjectivity in Burpee Broad Jump Judging
39:00 Positive Takeaways: Athlete Depth and Parity
43:00 The Rise of Pro Doubles Racing
46:00 Season Length and Athlete Strategy
50:00 Upcoming Season Structure and Qualification Changes
54:00 Final Thoughts: The Growth of the Sport#HYROX
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Hyrox World Championship 2025 was wild! From team controversy and disqualifications to dramatic comebacks, wall ball struggles, and pure raw perseverance — this weekend had it all!
🏆 In this video, we break down the most dramatic moments, dissect the penalties, and celebrate the athletes’ raw fitness, team spirit, and mental toughness under pressure.
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00:00 — HYROX World Championship 2024 — Epic showdown underway
04:42 — Hunter disqualified after collision — controversy ignites
12:04 — DQ’s financial and competitive impact
17:34 — Mavina’s superstar moment — chasing down the best
21:04 — Judging chaos — penalties and inconsistent calls
30:31 — Did officials miss penalties in real time?
39:53 — Lauren Griffith’s relentless comeback under pressure
47:19 — Rich Ryan & Palayo injured — men’s showdown reshaped
50:47 — The breakaway — Tim Viish & Yannick Chopla move toward the lead
01:07:47 — Final conclusion — What we learned and what’s to come in HYROX
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The Hyrox World Championship 2024-2025 was wild from start to finish! 🏆 Linda Meier defeated the favorites, and Tim Wenisch made history by overtaking Hunter McIntyre in the final moments. In this episode, we break down the best, worst, and most dramatic stories from the event — plus we talk about officiating controversies, athlete strategies, and much more.
✅ If you’re passionate about Hyrox, this is a must-watch!👍 Like, subscribe & follow for more.#Hyrox #HyroxWorlds #FitnessRacing #FitnessCompetition #FitnessGoals
Chapters
:0:00 Introduction
1:07 The significance of this year’s championship
5:04 Why surges may have backfired
10:54 Linda Meier breakthrough performance
21:04 Sinead Bent — the people’s champ
31:04 The controversy surrounding burpee broad jumps
39:04 Why many athletes fell flat
47:04 The wild men’s race — Tim Wenisch overtakes Hunter
54:04 A moment we’ve never seen before at Hyrox
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The Race Brain crew is back for the E15 Singles Draft! With the HYROX World Championships just days away, Matt, Michelle, Jack, and Brakken lock in their predictions for the most stacked men’s and women’s fields in history.
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Chapters: 00:00 Intro + Meet the Panel
03:20 HYROX Worlds Preview & Sticker Giveaway
06:00 Fueling + Supplement Talk with The Feed
07:45 Contest Rules + Website Predictions
12:00 Draft!
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The Race Brain crew returns for a high-stakes HYROX doubles draft ahead of the World Championships. Who goes first overall? Who gets snubbed?
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Is Hyrox New York City the fastest North American course ever? Michelle Navarro and Matt Mason dive deep into all the action from Pier 76 — the records, the controversy, the weather, and why this race was anything but standard. From busted sled times to elite 15 shakeups, this is the full breakdown you don’t want to miss.
Chapters:
00:00 Intro & Michelle’s NYC Recap
02:00 Why Pier 76 Was Stunning But Problematic
04:30 Sled Distance & Turf Controversy Explained
07:00 Friday vs Saturday Conditions – A Tale of Two Courses
09:00 Fastest Men's Pro Debut in History?
13:00 Why Course Standardization Still Matters
17:00 Sled Data Breakdown: Times Don’t Lie
21:00 Should Outdoor Hyrox Races Count for Elite Qualifying?
25:00 Why the Experience Was Still Incredible
28:00 Top 5 Results + Meg Jacoby News
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Who will take the crown in the HYROX World Championship Elite 15 Doubles? 🏆
We break down the top contenders, wild dark horses, and big storylines ahead of the biggest doubles showdown in HYROX history. Tia-Clair Toomey, Lauren Weeks, Linda Meier, and more—this preview has everything you need.Joined by Greg from RocksLife and Jack Bauer, this Race Brain episode brings the expert stats, bold predictions, and spicy takes the HYROX community loves.📊 Full analysis of all women’s Elite 15 doubles teams💸 Prize money updates and athlete payout structure🧠 Strategy talk, athlete recovery, and who has the edgeMake sure to like, subscribe, and drop your podium picks in the comments!#HYROX #RaceBrain #TiaClairToomey #LaurenWeeks #HYROXWorldChampionship #HybridRacing #HYROXElite15 #GregRocksLife #JackBauerStats⏱️ Chapters00:00 Intro — Race Brain is back!03:26 Prize money breakdown for doubles08:45 Can athletes handle multiple races in one weekend?12:00 Top contenders: Tia/Joanna and the Laurens24:00 Dark horse alert: Linda Meier & Viola31:00 Can Lucy & Sinead upset the favorites?38:00 Meg Jacoby’s redemption arc45:00 Kate & Zara: Reigning champs with something to prove52:00 Podium threats & overlooked teams57:10 Final dark horse picks and bold predictions
The Elite 15 Men’s HYROX World Championship Preview is HERE! 🏆 Matt, Brakken, and Jack dive into the stacked men’s field for HYROX Worlds in Chicago. From analyzing top seeds like Alexander Roncevic and Rich Ryan to deep dives on veterans like Hunter McIntyre and rising stars like Bo Wills — this episode has it all. We break down who’s hot, who’s a dark horse, and what chaos to expect with the new sled turf.
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00:00 Intro – Matt is back with the OG Race Brain crew
02:19 Fast course controversy – Do times matter in HYROX?
11:18 Full Elite 15 men’s list breakdown
18:01 Power Bottom: Palayo Menendez Fernandez’s consistency
24:32 Jonathan Wynne’s ceiling and motivation
29:18 Bo Wills – The most improved athlete in 2024?
34:17 Graham Holliday’s injury recovery and expectations
41:17 Hunter McIntyre – Locked in and dangerous
54:03 Heidie Wiersma – A rising European dark horse
In this episode of the HYROX Rundown, Matt, Michelle, and Rich dive deep into the 2024 HYROX Women’s Elite 15 field ahead of World Championships. Who’s primed to break into the podium? Who’s peaking at the right time? And which athletes are still flying under the radar?
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00:00 – Berlin Recap & The Course ControversyThe team dives into the wild number of PRs from the Berlin course, what it means for qualification integrity, and whether Hyrox should shift to a standardized course format.
24:01 – Elite 15 Women’s Field Breakdown Begins
Discussion kicks off with the full seeding list and some surprising facts about athlete PRs—all 15 women hit their fastest times this season.
Welcome back to another episode of the Race Brain HYROX Rundown!
This one gets spicy 🔥 as the full panel breaks down and debates the Top 5 HYROX Women heading into the World Championships. From dominant performances at Barcelona and Glasgow to decafit shocks and doubles world records, no athlete is safe from scrutiny.
👀 Can Emily Dahmen break into the top three?
🥇 Does Lauren Weeks still reign supreme?
🤔 Where do Vivian Tefuto and Linda Meier land after recent performances?
👑 And how do Meg Jacoby and Joanna Wättrich stack up heading into London?
Your favorite voices are back:
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Michelle from the Jersey Shore
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00:00 - Intro: Back with the Race Brain Panel
01:20 - Greg's Last Chance Qualifier Analysis Praise
02:55 - Inside the Live Broadcast: Greg’s Behind-the-Scenes
05:00 - The Seeding Problem at HYROX Events
07:01 - Breaking Down Emily Dahmen's Big Performance
10:00 - RockStop Predictions vs Reality
14:00 - Kicking Off the Top 5 Rankings
15:30 - Women’s Top 5: Initial Lists Revealed
17:55 - The Case for Vivian Tefuto
20:45 - DEKA Performance and What It Means for HYROX
23:00 - Joanna vs Vivian Debate
26:00 - Linda Meyer’s Resume and Recent Doubles Form
30:00 - Should Emily Crack the Top 5?
34:00 - Recency vs History in Rankings
37:00 - The Final Verdict: Linda or Emily?
39:30 - Panel Ranks Meg vs Joanna Debate
43:00 - Final Top 5 Women Locked In
45:00 - Looking Ahead: World Championship Predictions
46:15 - Stay Tuned for Men’s Rankings Next Episode
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The HYROX London Doubles event delivered intense action, razor-thin finishes, and big implications for the Elite 15 heading into Chicago. We break down the standout performances, the rise of “super teams,” and key takeaways from both the men’s and women’s fields. From sled domination to strategic relay insights, this recap has everything you need to understand how the doubles landscape is shaping the future of HYROX competition. Plus, we lock in the final elite roster—who made it, who just missed, and what it all means going forward.
#HYROX #DoublesRecap #Elite15 #RaceBreakdown #SledPush #ChicagoFinals #HYROXLondon #SuperTeams #HybridRacing
02:24 “We’ll talk HYROX London doubles recap and what it means for Chicago.”
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03:09 “70 total men and women… the elite field is finalized for Chicago.”
#RoadToChicago #HYROX2025
05:13 “A super team is defined as two individual elite qualifiers on one doubles team.”
#SuperTeams #HYROXElite
11:16 “Top four men’s teams within nine seconds—insanely tight finish!”
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25:12 “Sinead Bent ran the sled push like a sprint—pure dominance.”
#SledQueen #SineadBent #PowerPlay
26:50 “You don’t need perfect form, just output—optics are one thing, performance is another.”
#PerformanceOverForm #TrainToWin
33:08 “Some teams race to qualify. Others race like it’s Worlds.”
#RaceTactics #MindsetMatters
36:00 “You always want your shortest, fastest race to be last—relay strategy decoded.”
#RaceStrategy #RelayTalk
40:09 “We have our 30 solo and 60 doubles athletes—field is set.”
#EliteField #HyroxFinals
44:02 “Paris Dice: German occupation 2.0—HYROX gets spicy.”
#ParisRecap #GermanDomination
46:08 “London was the future—next-gen athletes showed out.”
#NextGen #FutureOfHyrox
In this episode, the Race Brain team reviews the Hyrox Last Chance Qualifier (LCQ) — covering top performances, unexpected results, and key issues with race seeding.
We talk through the top 5 finishers, how heat assignments affected results, and what this means for the Hyrox World Championships. If you're following the sport or competing yourself, this recap breaks it all down in a simple, honest way.
⏱️ Timestamps:
00:20 – Introductions: Bracken, Michelle, and Matt
01:50 – Thoughts on Barcelona coverage and livestreams
04:00 – Heat assignment issues: Why it matters
07:30 – Missing data: Melanie’s overlooked seed time
10:00 – How other race series fixed seeding problems
14:00 – Women’s Top 5 results
17:00 – Who impressed most and why it matters for Worlds
25:00 – How strong was this LCQ field?
29:00 – Chris vs Melanie: The 4-second difference
36:00 – Time trial vs mass start: What works best?
40:00 – Men’s Top 5 and how the race unfolded
48:00 – John Wynn’s finish and Elite 15 qualification
54:30 – How deep is Hyrox getting?
58:30 – Is this the golden age of Hyrox?
01:02:00 – Final panel question: Who deserves a Worlds spot?
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The stakes are higher than ever. In this special Last Chance Qualifier preview, Matt Mason and Marcus "Deebo" Wallace dive deep into the most stacked Hyrox race of the year. From elite veterans to emerging dark horses, this episode covers everything you need to know about the final shot to qualify for the Hyrox World Championships in Chicago.
We break down both the men's and women's fields, spotlight rising stars like Lena Putters and Sean Noble, and ask the hard questions: Can someone win from a later heat? Is this the new gold standard of racing? And who are the must-watch dark horses?
🎙️🔥 If you're a hybrid racing fan, this is the podcast episode you can’t afford to miss.
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⏱️ Timestamps & Highlights:
[00:22] Welcome back: “Twice in one week? We love to see it!”
[01:07] Why these takes matter—even when they’re wrong
[01:43] Start list is out and STACKED 🔥
[02:27] Big names you need to know (Men’s field breakdown)
[03:46] New sub-60 standard: The bar has been raised
[04:51] Should you be allowed to win from a later heat?
[06:03] Women’s start list: Who’s gunning for those spots
[07:49] Hyrox nailed it this year: LCQ system gets love
[11:41] Top 25 women by PR – Surprise names & dark horses
[13:08] Viola Oberlander: The comeback narrative?
[20:02] Camila Massa is BACK—and dangerous
[24:35] Lena Putters: The fastest unknown runner?
[27:05] Margo Van Den Linden Loof: Serious doubles crossover threat
[29:22] Melanie Ma: Wait… she’s a duathlon world champ?!
[33:06] Jade Skillen’s rise through elite races
[35:57] Maria Fetchik is peaking at the right time
[39:03] Tanya Straw & dark horses to watch
[41:14] Miriam Von Rohr’s CrossFit engine returns to Hyrox
[42:32] MEN’S FIELD TIME 🚨 Let’s get into it
[43:30] Top 15 men by season PRs
[44:11] Fan favorites: Wynn, Noble, Choppa—and Tobias Lott?
[46:48] Later heat drama: Can someone win from behind?
[51:12] Is Tobias Lott back by design?
[54:29] The rise of Spain & Portugal 🇪🇸🇵🇹
[56:09] Lucas Storath, Charlie Bottrill, Gabe Heck & more
[57:55] Charlie Bottrill's insane race schedule
[59:05] Grayson Kilgore is ready to HURT
[01:01:47] FINAL PICKS – Top 5 men predictions 🏁
[01:02:40] FINAL PICKS – Top 5 women predictions 🏁
[01:05:06] Closing thoughts: A race for the ages
