As the global fitness race phenomenon continues to surge, the HYROX Elite 15 division has emerged as the sport’s ultimate proving ground. It’s where endurance, strength, precision, and strategy collide — and only the most elite athletes from around the world earn their place on the start line.
The 2025 season brings a star-studded field that’s more competitive than ever. These athletes aren’t just fast — they’re relentless. From world record holders and championship titlists to dark horses on the rise, the men and women of the HYROX Elite 15 represent the cutting edge of hybrid fitness. Each one has carved their path through grueling qualifiers and global majors, balancing punishing training regimens with the poise of elite competition.
Whether it’s Hunter McIntyre’s raw power, Megan Jacoby’s historic sub-hour performance, James Kelly’s near-record pacing, or Joanna Wietrzyk’s breakout victories — every name on this list has earned their place with sweat, strategy, and steel resolve.
In the profiles that follow, we dive into where each athlete comes from, their standout performances, personal highlights, and what makes them a true HYROX contender. This is more than just a leaderboard — it’s a global roster of hybrid warriors pushing the limits of human performance.
HYROX Elite 15 Men
How do all the guys stack up against each other.
| Athlete (Country) | Notable Achievements & Facts |
| Hunter McIntyre (USA) | HYROX World Record holder (54:07, Barcelona 2023). Multiple HYROX major wins (Dallas, Stockholm, Manchester). 6x OCR world champion and 2019 CrossFit Games wildcard. |
| Dylan Scott (USA) | 2025 North American HYROX Champion (53:42). Winner of Las Vegas Major, 2025 (56:14). World Doubles Champion (2024, with David Magida). |
| James Kelly (Australia) | 2025 Glasgow Major winner (53:23, just 1 second off the world record). 2024 World Championship podium finish (3rd). HYROX Pro Doubles world record holder (50:04, with Jake Dearden). |
| Alexander Rončević (Austria) | 2024 HYROX World Champion (56:21, Nice). Multiple European Championship titles. Former elite swimmer and full-time schoolteacher. |
| Rich Ryan (USA) | 3rd at Glasgow 2025 (54:54) and 8th at Las Vegas (58:23). Co-holder of Pro Doubles world record (48:31, with Pelayo Menendez). Coach and founder of RMR Training. |
| Tomas Tvrdik (Czech Republic) | Qualified for World Championships at Glasgow (56:03). Winner of 2024 Maastricht Pro Men’s race (56:21). Completed over 20 races with consistent sub-58 finishes. |
| Tim Wenisch (Germany) | 2nd at Glasgow 2025 with a time of 54:31. Completed 32 races across 6 divisions. Known for sub-49 HYROX Doubles time with Michael Sandbach. |
| Beau Wills (New Zealand) | 3rd at Las Vegas Major 2025 (57:08). 4th at Glasgow 2025 with a time of 55:02. Competed in 28 HYROX events across multiple continents. |
| Pelayo Menendez Fernandez (Spain) | 5th at Glasgow 2025 (55:23). Co-founder of PELE Performance and certified Ironman coach. Co-holder of Pro Doubles world record (48:31, with Rich Ryan). |
| Jake Dearden (UK) | 6th at Glasgow 2025 (55:44). Co-holder of Pro Doubles world record (50:04, with James Kelly). Former ultramarathon and hybrid athlete. |
| Rylan Schadegg (USA) | 3rd at Amsterdam Major 2024 (55:17). 2022 DEKA FIT World Champion and former North American HYROX Champion. Known for hybrid strength and elite running speed. |
| Tom Rodgers (Australia) | Winner of 2025 Barcelona Last Chance Qualifier (56:05). Active YouTube content creator documenting training and races. Known for rapid performance gains in 9 events. |
| Graham Halliday (UK) | 11th at Glasgow 2025 (57:47). Veteran of 29 HYROX races. Formerly ranked in the top 5 globally in HYROX standings. |
| Hidde Weersma (Netherlands) | 5th in Pro Doubles at Paris 2025 (50:56). 3-time Age Group World Champion and captain of Dutch relay team. Competed in 38 HYROX events. |
| Jon Wynn (UK) | 8th at Las Vegas Major 2025 (58:09). Competed in 2024 HYROX World Championship. Limited public race data available but part of Elite 15 roster. |
HYROX Elite 15 Women
Everything you need to know about the women.
| Athlete (Country) | Notable Achievements & Facts |
| Joanna Wietrzyk (Australia) | Winner of the 2024 Hong Kong Major with a sub-60 time of 59:58. Achieved 3rd place at the 2024 Amsterdam Major. Holds the 4th fastest female HYROX time globally. |
| Megan Jacoby (USA) | 2024 HYROX World Champion. First woman to complete a HYROX Pro race in under an hour (58:58 at Anaheim 2023). Former NCAA Division I middle-distance runner. |
| Vivian Tafuto (USA) | 3rd place at the 2024 World Championships in Nice. Completed 18 HYROX races with a personal best of 59:38. Transitioned from swimming to HYROX competition. |
| Seka Arning (Germany) | Winner of the 2024 HYROX Pro World Championship in Nice. Completed 20 HYROX races, including a 1:09:09 finish in Milan 2023. Former weight trainer turned HYROX athlete. |
| Kate Davey (UK) | Highest-ranked British HYROX athlete with 28 races completed. Achieved 9th place at the 2023 World Championships in Manchester. Noted for her consistent performances across various divisions. |
| Linda Meier (Germany) | Completed 41 HYROX races, showcasing extensive experience. Achieved a time of 1:00:50 at the 2025 Glasgow Elite Women’s race. Former Women’s Pro World Record holder. |
| Lucy Procter (UK) | Reclaimed the HYROX Open Women’s World Record with a time of 57:35 at Glasgow 2025. Finished 6th in the Elite Women’s category at the same event. Transitioned from a non-sporting background to professional HYROX athlete. |
| Jess Pettrow (Australia) | 7th place at the 2025 Glasgow Elite Women’s race with a time of 1:01:00. Winner of the 2025 Miami Pro Doubles Women’s race (57:23 with Maria Fecik). Former Australian multi-event track and field champion. |
| Amy Bevilacqua (USA) | At 51, the oldest competitor in the Elite 15 Women’s field. Known for her longevity and competitiveness in HYROX events. Brings a wealth of experience to the competition. |
| Emilie Dahmen (Germany) | At 20, the youngest athlete in the Elite 15 Women’s field. Stands at 183 cm, making her the tallest female competitor. Represents the next generation of HYROX athletes. |
| Lauren Griffith (USA) | Recognized for her strong performances in HYROX competitions. Brings a background in fitness and coaching to her races. Known for her dedication and consistency. |
| Melanie Maurer (Switzerland) | Achieved notable placements in European HYROX events. Brings a background in endurance sports to her HYROX competitions. Known for her strategic racing approach. |
| Sinéad Bent (UK) | Competed in multiple HYROX events with commendable performances. Known for her resilience and determination on the course. Represents the growing UK presence in HYROX. |
| Ida Mathilde Rubens Steensgaard (Denmark) | Transitioned from obstacle course racing to HYROX competitions. Known for her agility and strength across various fitness disciplines. Represents Denmark in international HYROX events. |
As the countdown to the next HYROX World Championship intensifies, all eyes will be on this extraordinary group of athletes — each one bringing their own unique blend of grit, preparation, and race-day fire. From seasoned veterans to rising stars, the Elite 15 men and women are redefining what it means to be fit in a world where functional endurance reigns supreme. Whether they’re chasing podiums, records, or personal breakthroughs, one thing is certain: the next chapter of HYROX history will be written by these competitors. And when the starting gun fires, they won’t just be racing for time — they’ll be racing for legacy.
