Athlete Lazar Dukic Drowns at 2024 CrossFit Games in Fort Worth

Aug 8, 2024, 05:00 PM

A tragic incident occurred at the 2024 CrossFit Games in Fort Worth, Texas, where athlete Lazar Dukic drowned during a swimming event. The event took place at Marine Creek Lake, and despite being close to the finish line, Dukic disappeared underwater. His team alerted organizers, prompting a dive team search. Rescue crews responded to a drowning call around 8 a.m., and a body was later pulled from the water. The incident has raised concerns about athlete safety and the response of the event's safety team.