Dzintra Grech and Katrina Vella Make Maltese HYROX History

Dzintra Grech and Katrina Vella have achieved a historic milestone for Malta after qualifying for the HYROX Challenger 15, earning their place among the highest-ranked doubles teams in the sport.

The Challenger 15 forms part of the HYROX Elite Series and brings together athletes ranked from 16th to 30th on the official global leaderboard. The competition provides athletes with the opportunity to compete on the same stage as the world’s leading HYROX competitors and fight for progression into the Elite 15.

For Grech and Vella, the qualification represents a landmark moment for Maltese sport, with the pair becoming the first Maltese athletes to reach this level of HYROX competition.

Their rise has been backed by strong international performances. Current HYROX rankings list Dzintra Grech and Katrina Vella among the leading women’s doubles teams globally, while their recent performances have continued to strengthen Malta’s presence on the international HYROX scene.

The Elite Series is designed as a global showcase of the sport’s best athletes, with races receiving significant broadcast attention. The pair will now have the opportunity to represent Malta on an international stage and showcase their determination, preparation and competitive ability against the world’s best.

Their achievement marks another significant step forward for HYROX in Malta.

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