HYROX's new Elite 15 points system and why it replaces time-based qualification
How points are earned, counted, and retroactively applied
Why course variance made the old system unsustainable
Strength of field and how tiebreakers will work
What this means for Elite Singles and Elite Doubles athletes
Increased racing demands and injury risk concerns
North America vs Europe race access imbalance
Cheryl and Matt sit down with Kris Rugloski, the 2022 HYROX World Champion, to break down HYROX's newly announced Elite 15 points system. The new framework shifts qualification away from raw finishing times and toward race placement, consistency, and points earned across multiple events, with results retroactively counting back to last season.
They discuss why the change was necessary, how strength of field and tiebreakers factor in, and what this means for athletes trying to qualify in regions with fewer races. Later in the episode, Kat Fahsbender shares her perspective on how the new system could reshape elite racing, scheduling, and long-term sustainability for athletes.
This episode breaks down what matters, what's still unclear, and why this change represents one of the most significant competitive shifts HYROX has made to date.
Guest Links: | Cheryl Snow | Kris Rugloski | Fahsy Fit
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