Olympic triathlon postponed due to water quality in the Seine River

They postponed the Olympic triathlon due to the quality of the water Seine river. That was one of the biggest concerns of the celebration of the Paris 2024 Olympic Games and even on July 13, the French Minister of Sports, Amélie Oudéa-Castératook a dip in the Seine in front of the cameras to prove that the waters were suitable for Olympic swimmers.

Triathlon on the Seine River suspended

But, when the time came to dispute the men’s triathlonthe organization had to make the decision to postpone the test after analyzing the water quality levels of the river in the early hours of the morning.

In a World Triathlon Press Release He pointed out that the rain that fell on July 26 and 27 was a possible cause of the alteration in water quality. Considering the health of the triathletes, the men’s event was postponed because “the readings at some points of the swimming course are above the acceptable limits” for water quality.

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It is expected that the men’s triathlon will finally be held on Wednesday morning, although the organization will keep athletes and coaches updated in case any changes occur. For its part, women’s triathlon will be played just before: on the same day.

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