Kuala Lampur, Nov. 4 -- KUALA LUMPUR, Nov 4 - Hyrox Malaysia has apologised and said it will not extend its partnership with beer brand Carlsberg for its upcoming Hyrox Kuala Lumpur 2026 fitness race.

The Youth and Sports Ministry had earlier today refused to approve the fitness event unless the organisers cut ties with the alcohol sponsor.

In a statement posted on its Instagram account today, the organiser said the regional announcement naming Carlsberg as a partner had caused concern and offence.

"We understand why this has caused concern and offence, and we should have given greater consideration to the religious beliefs and cultural values of our Malaysian community.

"We got this wrong, and we take responsibility for that," it sai...