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HYROX CHIBA

Podiums & winners by division — Makuhari Messe

Chiba, JapanAugust 6 – 9, 2026
HYROXS9Completed

About the event

HYROX Chiba stands out as a key event in season 9, perfect for athletes looking to test their level in a demanding and highly organized setting. Located east of Tokyo, Chiba combines urban modernity, seaside access, and strong sports infrastructure, creating an ideal environment for endurance and power competition. The atmosphere is energetic yet respectful, shaped by Japanese sports culture and the enthusiasm of local supporters. With both international elite athletes and progressing competitors, HYROX Chiba delivers a unique mix of discipline, fair play, and personal challenge in a city that fully embraces major sporting events.

HYROX Chiba 2026 Podium

Solo

  1. 1:01:49
  2. 美優 牧野JPN
    1:06:44
  3. 瑠梨 岡本JPN
    1:07:20

Doubles

Relay

Plan your stay

Chiba offers a wide range of accommodation options, from practical business hotels to more spacious stays suited for athlete groups. Participants can expect clean, well-equipped rooms often designed for short stays, with strong attention to punctuality and service. Many properties provide easy access to public transport, allowing quick travel to the event venue and main shopping or dining areas. Visitors will also find quieter options on the outskirts, offering rest away from the crowds while staying within reasonable distance of the competition and city amenities.

Race Info

Reaching HYROX Chiba is straightforward thanks to Japan's reliable transport network. The city is easily accessible by train from major hubs, with fast connections to key districts and event zones. Athletes are advised to arrive early enough to acclimate, locate the venue, collect their bib, and plan their pre-race meal. On site, travel is easy by train or bus, with clear signage and a safe environment. Having a transport card, checking schedules in advance, and allowing buffer time before your wave helps reduce stress and focus fully on performance.

Makuhari Messe

Makuhari Messe, 2 Chome-1 Nakase, Mihama Ward, Chiba, 261-8550, Japan

Frequently asked questions

Pro Men: Cole Learn (CAN) in 54:37.

Pro Women: Camilla Massa (ITA) in 1:02:18.

Open Men: junseo choi (KOR) in 57:26.

Open Women: Shannon Clancy (USA) in 1:01:49.

Pro Men: mingyu Bang (KOR) and Jeonghoon Kim (KOR) in 55:00.

Pro Women: Calypso Sheridan (AUS) and Joanna Wietrzyk (AUS) in 54:44.

Open Women: Rika Baba 馬場 拓己 (JPN) and Megumi Hirayama (JPN) in 57:07.

Open Mixed: Aki Yoshida (JPN) and David Offergeld (GER) in 55:57.

Open Men: Kin Ho Jesse Tsoi (HKG), Elton Ching Wong (HKG), Caleb Heung (HKG), and Chun Yip Law (HKG) in 54:13.

Open Women: Anya Lin (HKG), C Long Cheung (HKG), Coffee Cheng (HKG), and Karen Ip (HKG) in 1:02:05.

Open Mixed: Saki Maekawa (JPN), WATARU NAKAMURA (JPN), Aki Yoshida (JPN), and Daisuke Sekiyoshi (JPN) in 51:51.

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.