Olympic athlete hospitalized after swimming in the Seine River

The controversy surrounding the healthiness of the water of the Seine river It intensified after the triathlon tests for the 2024 Olympic Games (Olympics).

In this sense, the mixed triathlon was scheduled for this Monday, August 5, however the team of Belgium will not take part in the competition due to the triathlete’s hospitalization Claire Michelwho apparently became ill due to the bacteria E. Coli.

According to information from the Belgian media Standard, Michel She was admitted to hospital after presenting severe symptoms following the individual women’s triathlon event.

Belgian team will not participate in mixed triathlon

“After an investigation it was discovered that she is infected with the E. coli bacteria. This bacteria can cause stomach and intestinal problems, the cause may be contaminated Sena”the aforementioned media reported.

In this way, although Claire Michel has returned to the Olympic village after being given the all-clear, the team decided not to participate. Belgian Olympic and Interfederal Committee He justified the decision, saying that it was taken “in consultation with athletes and the environment”.

“BOIC and Belgian Triathlon hope that lessons will be learned for future triathlon competitions. We are thinking of training days that can be guaranteed, competition days and formats that are clear in advance and circumstances that do not create uncertainty among athletes, the environment and fans.”can be read initially in the statement.

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In addition, the Spanish triathlete Miriam Casillas also commented on the situation. “If the health of the athletes had been considered, it would not have been done here. They have had 8 years to prepare for the Games, and every year we are getting worse. It is a shame. It is better to say it and not remain silent.”he added.

Finally, this incident has sparked significant debate about the organizers’ ability to ensure the health and well-being of competitors at an event of such magnitude.

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