Serbian Athlete Lazar Đukić Dies on First Day of 2024 CrossFit Games

A tragic event occurred at the 2024 CrossFit Games in Fort Worth, Texas, when 28-year-old Serbian athlete Lazar Đukić drowned during the first day of the competition. Đukić, a well-known figure in the CrossFit community, was participating in the “Lake Day” event, which involved a 5.6-kilometer run followed by an 800-meter swim.

The incident took place during the swimming portion, where Đukić went under the water and failed to resurface. Despite immediate search efforts, his body was recovered two hours later. Đukić was a top European CrossFit athlete and had competed in the Games since 2021, consistently placing among the top competitors.

Following the accident, the organizers of the CrossFit Games canceled the remaining events for the day and issued a statement expressing their sorrow. The event’s organizers are now collaborating with local authorities in an ongoing investigation into the circumstances surrounding his death.

This tragic loss has sparked discussions about the safety of such intense competitions, with the fitness world mourning the passing of one of its brightest talents.