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Seine Pollution Forces Paralympic Triathlon Events Postponement
2024-09-01 17:55:09

Seine Pollution Forces Paralympic Triathlon Events Postponement

The Paris 2024 Organizing Committee and World Triathlon have delayed para-triathlon events to Monday due to Seine pollution caused by heavy rains. This decision also affected the individual men's triathlon event at the Paris Olympics.

The Deputy Mayor of Paris emphasized that the Paralympic triathlons' fate hinges on scientific assessments. The postponement aimed to ensure athlete safety amidst concerns over water quality.

The ParalympicsGB team leader supported the delay, highlighting the importance of athletes' preparation for a successful competition. The possibility of a duathlon as an emergency option was considered due to the pollution, despite recent investments in sewage upgrades.

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The Guardian
1. September 2024 um 08:00

Paralympic triathlon events postponed due to fresh Seine pollution concerns

Triathlon events at the Paralympic Games were postponed due to poor water quality in the River Seine, affecting Paris 2024 and World Triathlon. Concerns over pollution led to the last-minute decision, impacting athletes hoping to compete. The delay was confirmed after a meeting between event executives, prioritizing the health of the athletes. The ParalympicsGB team leader expressed disappointment but supported the postponement, emphasizing athletes' preparation for successful games.
Tagesspiegel
1. September 2024 um 10:34

Triathlon at the 2024 Paralympics postponed: Current strong, water quality flop

Triathlon at the 2024 Paralympics postponed; Poor water quality of the Seine; Health of athletes a priority; Possible duathlon as an alternative.
gmx
1. September 2024 um 13:27

The next fiasco is looming: Further problems with the Seine

Triathlon star Martin Schulz, flag bearer and two-time gold medalist at the Paralympic Games, has to wait until Monday to defend his gold medal. National coach Tom Kosmehl informed him about the last-minute postponement of the competition due to the decision of the world federation, organizing committee, and French authorities criticizing the water quality of the Seine. Precipitation led to pollution, despite 1.4 billion euros being invested in sewage treatment plants and wastewater systems. As..
Deutsche Welle
1. September 2024 um 15:36

Paralympic triathlons delayed over River Seine water quality

Politics
Rainstorms raised E. Coli, postponing 11 para-triathlon races 1 day; triathlon/marathon events also impacted by Seine water quality at recent Olympics; para-triathlon 750m swim, 20km cycle, 5km run; €1.4 billion sewage upgrade; swimming banned for a century.
CW

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