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Aus retail giant pulls MAGA hat amid backlash + Inside the cult of HYROX

Aus retail giant pulls MAGA hat amid backlash + Inside the cult of HYROX

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Friday Headlines: Special Envoy's antisemitism recommendations labelled draconian, Sydney cops face court for violent attack on mentally ill woman, new data reveals hanging point deaths are rising in Australian prisons, eSafety Commissioner releases data showing YouTube's harm and Big W pulls MAGA hats from online store.

Deep Dive: Inside the cult of HYROX

HYROX is the global fitness phenomenon turning everyday athletes into endurance competitors - and it’s gaining serious traction in Australia.

With 21,000 racers taking part in its biggest event yet in Sydney over the weekend, the sport’s blend of functional training and competition is drawing a loyal following.

In this episode of The Briefing, Chris Spyrou speaks with former journalist and HYROX racer Joseph Ogilvie about the rise of the sport and what sets it apart in an already crowded fitness space.

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