Triathlon swimming training cancelled due to poor water quality in the Seine

Triathlon swimming training cancelled due to poor water quality in the Seine


If the situation cannot be overcome, the test can be done without the swimming part.




A few days before the start of the triathlon competitions, which will begin on July 30, the state of the waters of the Seine worries the organizers of the Olympic Games. The swimming training scheduled for this Sunday, the 28th, has been suspended due to poor water qualityThe decision was taken by a group formed by the Olympic organization, technical delegates and doctors.

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Tests carried out on the Seine showed that the water quality level did not provide sufficient guarantees for the race to take place. The rains that fell in the city between July 26 and 27 contributed to worsening the situation.

However, the press release issued by the world triathlon and Paris 2024 organizations states that the committees are confident on the matter.

“Given the weather forecast for the next 48 hours, we are confident that the water quality will return to below limits before the start of the triathlons.” If this is not confirmed, the tests may be carried out without the swimming part, but only with running and cycling.

In addition, the 10km marathon is also at risk of being suspended.

Discover the calendar of triathlon races in Paris.

07/30 – Men’s individual race: 3 hours (Brasilia time).

31/07 – Women’s individual race: 3h (Brasilia time).

05/08 – Mixed team relay: 3h (Brasilia time).

Source: Terra

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