Tragic Incident at 2024 CrossFit Games in Fort Worth
A tragic incident occurred during the running swim event at the 2024 CrossFit Games in Fort Worth, resulting in the death of a 28-year-old athlete, Lazar Dukic. Dukic, a Serbian national with a large social media following, tragically lost his life during the competition. The athlete appeared to struggle during the event and did not resurface after going underwater in Marin Creek Lake.
Search and Recovery Efforts
Following the disappearance of Dukic, an extensive search and recovery operation was launched. Officials utilized boats, dive teams, and drones to search for the athlete. After an hour-long search, Dukic’s body was found in the lake. The Tarrant County Medical Examiner’s Office confirmed his identity, bringing a somber conclusion to the search efforts.
CrossFit Reacts to the Tragedy
In response to the tragic incident, CrossFit announced the cancellation of the remaining events scheduled for Thursday. The chief executive of CrossFit expressed his deep sorrow over the incident, stating that he was "heartbroken" by the athlete’s death. CrossFit is currently working with authorities to investigate the circumstances surrounding Dukic’s death, and it remains uncertain if the CrossFit Games will continue as planned on Sunday.
This devastating turn of events at the 2024 CrossFit Games in Fort Worth has left the athletic community in mourning. Dukic’s cause of death has not yet been confirmed, leaving many unanswered questions and a sense of profound loss in the wake of this tragedy. Our thoughts are with his family, friends, and all those impacted by this heartbreaking event.
