An unfortunate incident took place at the CrossFit Games recently, where a Serbian athlete lost his life while participating in the swimming event. This shocking incident has left the public in disbelief and has saddened the entire community. Let’s take a closer look at what happened.

Lazar Dukic, the athlete who tragically drowned during the competition, was only a few inches away from completing the event before the tragedy occurred. The incident took place on the first day of the competition, causing the cancellation of the remaining events of the day. Lazar’s untimely death occurred on Thursday morning, August 8, in Marine Creek Lake, Fort Worth, Texas.

The Fort Worth Fire Department and other emergency responders were immediately alerted and made efforts to locate Lazar. After an hour-long search, his body was recovered from the water. The Tarrant County Medical Examiner confirmed his identity.

CrossFit CEO Don Faul expressed his deep sorrow over the incident and assured full cooperation with the authorities in their investigation. CrossFit had safety personnel present during the swimming event, but despite their efforts, this tragic event took place.

One witness, who was at the scene, described his shock and devastation upon witnessing the incident. He mentioned how his heart raced for hours and how he felt absolutely devastated and in denial about what had happened. He remembered Lazar as a kind individual who had taken the time to talk to him, even though they were not acquainted.

The witness also shared how he and a few others tried to get help for Lazar, who was struggling in the water. They shouted for assistance, but their cries went unanswered. The witness expressed frustration over the lifeguards’ lack of immediate action and suggested that they should have intervened sooner.

Videos of the event, showing Lazar’s struggle in the water, have been shared by individuals who were present. These videos serve as a grim reminder of the tragedy that unfolded and have sparked outrage among viewers. People are demanding accountability for what happened.

CrossFit Games expressed their grief and loss on their social media accounts, paying tribute to Lazar’s life and acknowledging his talent and kindness. They described him as a shining light in the community and pledged to honor him by dedicating future events in his memory.

We extend our deepest condolences to Lazar Dukic’s family and friends. Our thoughts and prayers are with them during this difficult time. May he rest in peace.