Nearly 100,000 People Enjoy Swimming in Paris’ River Seine Sites
Almost 100,000 people have already swum in the River Seine’s three dedicated bathing sites since their July debut. The overwhelming public response led Paris officials to prolong the swimming season, reflecting renewed urban engagement with the iconic river
Surfing with the Seine: Olympic Champion Kauli Vaast Celebrates Gold in Paris
Vaast’s historic victory marks him as the first Olympic champion from the French Pacific island, a feat celebrated by both his local supporters and the broader French community. The event on the Seine was a testament to his remarkable journey and the blend of cultures he represents
Paris Olympics Closing Ceremony: Tom Cruise to Thrill Audiences with Stunt on Stade de France Roof
The closing ceremony, which follows the unprecedented complexity of the opening ceremony along the River Seine, will be a shorter and more traditional affair at France’s national stadium. Expectations are high for the show, which aims to wrap up the Games on a memorable note
Paris 2024 Organisers Cancel Open-Water Swimming Training Due to Seine Pollution
This marks the fifth time that water quality issues have led to the cancellation of a swim familiarisation session during these Games. Additionally, the men’s race, originally scheduled for earlier in the week, has been postponed by a day
Triathlons Finally Hit the Water as Paris Overcomes Seine River Challenges
The race, which had faced significant delays due to concerns over water quality, finally got underway after a series of logistical hurdles and environmental challenges. The triathletes began their swim near the iconic Pont Alexandre III, a bridge that spans the celebrated Parisian waterway
Paris 2024 Cancels Swimming Training Sessions in Seine Due to Poor Water Quality
Paris 2024 organizers and World Triathlon announced the cancellation of Monday’s swimming training session for the upcoming Olympic triathlon events, citing inadequate water quality in the Seine River. The statement revealed that “water quality levels… do not present sufficient guarantees”
Paris Triumphs with Daring Olympic Opening Ceremony Despite Challenges
Adding to the challenges, a sudden and unseasonable downpour drenched the ceremony’s participants and audience alike. Performers, athletes, and spectators, clad in plastic ponchos, braved the adverse weather as the show continued unabated
Paris 2024 Organizers Insist on Readiness as Olympics Near, Despite Local Discontent
The final touches are being applied to the venues scattered across the City of Light, with thousands of athletes and officials arriving as the weather improves after a period of rain. Notably, the quality of the River Seine, which will be central to the opening ceremony and host outdoor swimming events, has seen significant improvement since early July
Paris Olympics: Seine’s Water Quality Threatens Swimming Events One Month Before Games
Despite these efforts, the city continues to grapple with a century-old sewer network that struggles to manage the volume of stormwater during heavy rains. This inadequacy results in periodic discharges of untreated sewage directly into the River Seine, compromising its water quality