Rolling on the river: Olympic triathletes brave the currents of the Seine at last

Category: Sports

The Paris 2024 Olympic Games triathlon took place in the newly purified Seine River, showcasing the culmination of a decade-long effort to clean the water. Athletes faced challenging conditions, including strong currents, but the event marked a historic moment for the city. French gold medallist Cassandre Beaugrand and UK's Alex Yee highlighted the competition, while concerns about water quality and the river-cleaning project overshadowed the athletes' performances.

Keywords: Paris 2024 Olympics, triathlon, River Seine

Source: FRANCE 24

Update At: 8/1/2024

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