Archive · 25 Jul 2026
Hyrox Participants Highlight Issues with Race Judging and Venue
Prashanth Ponnappa, a regular participant in Hyrox races, has shared his concerns about the quality of judging and the venue experience in India.
He feels that judges need more training to understand movement patterns and make accurate calls.
Ponnappa also suggests improvements for the venue, such as better spectator access and more entertainment options, based on his experience in Bangkok.
He believes these changes can make the races in India more enjoyable for participants.
Prashanth Ponnappa criticizes the quality of judging in Hyrox races.
He suggests that judges need more training to understand movement patterns.
Ponnappa compares the venue experience in India to Bangkok, suggesting improvements.
He recommends better spectator access and more entertainment options.
Ponnappa has participated in multiple Hyrox races and will be competing in New Delhi.
- Who
- Prashanth Ponnappa, a Hyrox participant and coach
- What
- Issues with race judging and venue experience
- When
- Upcoming race in New Delhi
- Where
- Bengaluru and New Delhi, India
- Why
- To improve the quality of judging and enhance the participant experience
Participants' Concerns
Organizers' Perspective
Judging Quality
Participants' Concerns
Participants feel judges lack understanding of movement patterns and often make incorrect calls.
Organizers' Perspective
Organizers may argue that judges are trained and follow standard procedures.
Venue Experience
Participants' Concerns
Participants suggest improvements like better spectator access and more entertainment options.
Organizers' Perspective
Organizers might believe current venues meet necessary standards and participant expectations.
- Participant Name
- Prashanth Ponnappa
- Participant's Role
- Coach and co-founder of Troop Fit studio
- Location
- Bengaluru, India
- Races Participated In
- Three open and two pro races
- Upcoming Race
- Third pro Hyrox singles in New Delhi
- Previous Race Location
- Hyrox Bangkok