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Hyrox racer names Osaka and Incheon among his favorite host cities
Lau Wen Loong has competed in 21 Hyrox races across 11 cities over the past two years.
Hyrox combines running with fitness stations, and people can compete alone, in pairs or in a relay.
Lau, who is based in Seoul, began racing after a friend introduced him to the sport, and he completed his first event in Singapore in August 2024.
He lists Osaka and Incheon among his favorite race cities in the account, though the details provided do not identify his third choice.
In Osaka in January 2026, he set a personal best of 61 minutes and 51 seconds at a winter event held between two halls.
In Incheon in May 2026, he placed first in his age group and set another personal best at his friend's first Hyrox race.
Races cost about $150, while travel and other expenses can reach $1,500; Lau says brand partnerships help cover some costs.
Lau Wen Loong named Osaka and Incheon among his favorite cities for Hyrox races.
He said he competed in 21 races across 11 cities over two years.
In Osaka in January 2026, he set a personal best of 61:51.
In Incheon in May 2026, he placed first in his age group and set another personal best.
- Who
- Lau Wen Loong, a Hyrox racer.
- What
- He named Osaka and Incheon among his favorite host cities.
- When
- He discussed races held over the past two years, including Osaka in January 2026 and Incheon in May 2026.
- Where
- Osaka, Japan, and Incheon, South Korea.
- Why
- He said Osaka offered an interesting race setup, while Incheon had a smooth layout and was where he placed first in his age group.
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Lau completed his first Hyrox race in Singapore, finishing in just under 73 minutes.
Lau raced in Osaka and set a personal best of 61:51.
Lau competed in Incheon, placed first in his age group, and set a personal best.
Business Insider published Lau's account of his favorite Hyrox host cities.
- Races competed
- 21
- Cities competed in
- 11
- Osaka race
- January 2026; personal best of 61:51
- Incheon race
- May 2026; first in his age group and a personal best
- First Hyrox race
- Singapore, August 2024; just under 73 minutes
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