- 59:11
- 1:00:21
- James KellyAUS1:00:26
About the event
HYROX Chengdu marks a strategic stop on season 9 by bringing the fitness racing format to one of China’s most dynamic metropolises. The city, blending dizzying modernity with a relaxed lifestyle, provides an ideal setting to test your ability to perform under pressure while enjoying a unique atmosphere. Between futuristic skyscrapers, lively districts and peaceful parks, athletes find the perfect playground to push their limits and then unwind. The event stands out for the energy of the local sports scene, the city’s international openness and the promise of a weekend where competition, culture and conviviality come together in a memorable format.
HYROX Chengdu 2026 Podium
Solo
Doubles
Relay
Plan your stay
In Chengdu, participants and spectators benefit from a varied range of accommodation, from simple and functional options to higher-end places suited to optimal recovery. Athletes can choose properties close to major transport routes to make travel to the race venue easier, while enjoying comfortable rooms to support sleep and preparation. Many accommodations offer services appreciated by athletes, such as relaxation areas, light meal solutions and quiet environments to stay focused. Whether traveling solo, as a couple or in a group, you can find a solution adapted to your budget and pre-competition routine.
Enjoying HYROX Chengdu also means discovering a city renowned for its way of life and cultural richness. Away from the race, you can explore historic temples, stroll through traditional alleys lined with wooden houses or relax in a teahouse to observe the peaceful rhythm of daily life. Nature lovers can escape to green areas and enjoy a moment of calm to recover. On the food side, Chengdu is a paradise for gourmets with its spicy cuisine, iconic hot dishes and specialties made with noodles and crisp vegetables, perfect for refueling after exertion.
Race Info
Laps per run
- Runs 1 to 7: 2 laps — enter at {gate}
- Run 8: 2 laps — enter at {gate}
Reaching HYROX Chengdu is made easier by the city’s status as a major connected metropolis, with straightforward international access and a dense urban transport network. Once on site, it is recommended to plan your journeys in advance, taking into account travel times between your accommodation, the race venue and the city’s main points of interest. Participants will benefit from arriving early enough to recover from travel, acclimate to the urban environment and locate key places such as the event entrance and warm-up zones. Prioritizing reliable transport and anticipating peak hours helps reduce stress on race day and keep focus on performance.
No. 198 Century City Road, Wuhou District, Chengdu, Sichuan Province, China
Frequently asked questions
Pro Men: Fabian Eisenlauer (GER) in 59:11.
Pro Women: Jess Pettrow (AUS) in 1:03:05.
Open Men: 成龙 于 (CHN) in 59:03.
Open Women: 雨桐 王 (CHN) in 1:04:27.
Pro Men: Ewan Applewhite (GBR) and Mohamed Redaoui (MAR) in 53:28.
Pro Women: 路娇 廖 and 芳 朱 in 1:00:36.
Open Women: 运霞 唐 and 亚茹 王 in 1:02:05.
Open Mixed: 瑟 王 and 路娇 廖 in 59:17.
Open Men: 聪 李, ·布尔力克 吐尔松江, 志博 胡, and 东昊 马 in 53:28.
Open Women: 佳芸 晏, 美云 夏, 冉 姚, and 姣 刘 in 58:50.
Open Mixed: 佳丽 万, 琰 苏, 辰 徐, and 庆林 赵 in 54:39.
The fastest Pro athletes finish a HYROX race in under an hour, top Open athletes between 1h and 1h15. The podium times for each division are shown above.