- Cole LearnCAN54:37
- 1:00:09
- 1:00:42
S9
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
- 1:02:18
- Aki YoshidaJPN1:03:47
- 1:03:55
- junseo choiKOR57:26
- 59:44
- 1:00:20
- 1:01:49
- 美優 牧野JPN1:06:44
- 瑠梨 岡本JPN1:07:20
Doubles
- 55:00
- 55:17
- 55:36
- 54:44
- 1:01:50
- 1:05:55
- 52:46
- 快士 阿部Kaishi AbeJPN53:13
- 54:56
- 57:07
- 1:02:44
- ミサト .さーたん .1:02:59
- 55:57
- 56:59
- 57:45
Relay
- 54:13
- 一馬 田中晴 臼井将之介 津川佳孝 田中54:59
- 55:44
- 1:02:05
- 1:04:56
- 1:05:40
- 51:51
- 真人 松戸朱里 松井梨沙 天野朋之 石田58:25
- 59:33
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.
Attending HYROX Chiba also means exploring a city full of contrasts. Just a few train stops away, the coastal Makuhari area offers shopping centers, a seaside promenade, and wide open spaces to stretch before or after the race. Culture enthusiasts can quickly reach central Tokyo to visit temples, historic districts, or futuristic zones. Chiba Prefecture is well known for its seafood, fresh fish rice bowls, and comforting ramen, ideal for refueling. Between city visits, restful breaks, and food discoveries, the event becomes a great reason to extend your stay in Japan.
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.