India, Sept. 18 -- Australian fitness competitor Joanna Wietrzyk has apologised following the controversy surrounding her victory at a Hyrox event in China, where she visibly soiled herself during the race. The incident sparked widespread backlash after Wietrzyk went on to finish the event and claim the title. In a statement shared on Instagram, the world record-holder expressed regret over what happened and addressed her apology to spectators in China, the event organisers and her fellow competitors.

Wietrzyk also acknowledged the reaction to the incident and apologised to the "people of China" and the athletes who took part in the competition. The Australian has since forfeited the title, bringing an end to the immediate controversy su...