With the Seine open for business, Olympic triathletes dive in

Category: Sports

The triathlon in Paris faced challenges due to heavy rainfall and pollution in the Seine, leading to a postponement before the event was allowed to proceed. Athletes expressed disappointment over the uncertainty, but the races ultimately went off without issues, with Cassandre Beaugrand and Alex Yee winning gold. The event highlighted the risks associated with holding competitions in the river, which has not been swimmable for a century, despite significant investments in cleanup efforts.

Keywords: Triathlon, Paris Olympics, Seine River

Source: Christian Science Monitor

Update At: 8/1/2024

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