The Men’s Olympic triathlon race, scheduled to take place in Paris, has been postponed due to concerns over the pollution levels in the Seine River, which was set to host the swimming segment of the event. The decision to delay the competition follows the discovery that the water quality is currently not suitable for athletes. This development comes amidst efforts to clean up the river, with 1.4 billion EUR invested for the purpose of facilitating open water events in the heart of the French capital. The postponement has raised questions about the feasibility of conducting the swimming portion of the triathlon, especially with thunderstorms predicted in the coming days.
- The Men’s Olympic triathlon in Paris was postponed due to high pollution levels in the Seine River.
- 1.4 billion EUR was spent on cleaning the Seine to host open water events.
- There are concerns about whether the swimming segment will occur, with thunderstorms forecasted soon.
- Athletes have expressed frustration over the postponement and the potential of the event turning into a duathlon if the swimming segment is canceled.
- The postponement is seen as an embarrassment for organizers, aiming to leave a legacy for Parisians to swim in the Seine by 2025.
- There is one more contingency day later in August if the race cannot proceed as planned.
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