There has been more chaos at the 2024 Paris Oympics after triathlon competitors had a session postponed. The River Seine was due to be the scene of a practice swimming session today (Sunday), but that has been scuppered due to water condtions.
Organisers have released a statement confirming the decision, which followed examinations on Saturday.
“Paris 2024 and World Triathlon reiterate that the priority is the health of the athletes,” they said. “The analysis carried out yesterday in the Seine showed water quality levels that do not present sufficient guarantees to allow the event to take place.”
The development means further schedule disruption after inclement weather plagued the opening day on Saturday. A skateboarding event was postponed while the tennis at Roland Garros was hit by delays.
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