Ukrainian amputee athletes compete in international endurance race

Dmytro Bykhovchenko and fellow Ukrainian veterans participated in the HYROX endurance race in Valencia, Spain, this month. The event features eight 1-kilometer runs combined with various workouts and includes a disabled category for amputee athletes. Bykhovchenko, who lost both legs during the war, emphasized the mental relief that sports provide amidst their recovery. Fellow athlete Oleh Tserkovnyy aims to inspire the world by showcasing the resilience of veterans from the Russia-Ukraine war.

• 5:00 AMYahoo Sports — From the trenches to the track, Ukraine’s amputee athletes join international endurance race