Hyrox may be valued at R11bn in new US buyout

Author: news24.comPublished on: September 7, 2026Country: South Africa

Business & Economy

Hyrox may be valued at R11bn in new US buyout

Hyrox, launched in 2017 in Hamburg, Germany, has become one of the fastest-growing companies in the fitness sector. The company may be valued at R11 billion in a new US buyout. This valuation reflects the brand's rise and its impact on the fitness market.

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