The threat of rain forced a change in the schedule of the triathlon competition at the Paris 2024 Paralympic Games.
Just like at the Olympics, the triathlon events will take place on the Seine.
During the Olympics earlier this month, the water quality of the river caused much discussion, delays and cancellation of training sessions.
“All eleven medal events will now take place on 1 September, instead of across two days, September.1, and 2.
“This decision has been taken to provide athletes and coaches with as much certainty as possible,’’ ruling body World Triathlon said after a meeting with Paris 2024 organisers and the relevant French authorities.
“The latest weather forecast provided by Météo France indicates high level of uncertainty for the upcoming days, which could have an impact on the conditions of the Seine.
“The course of the swim remains unchanged. Contingency days for all medal events remain September. 2 and 3rd,’’ it added.
Rainfall generally makes a river dirtier.
However, 1.4 billion euros (1.5 billion dollars) have been invested in wastewater treatment plants and the sewage system so that events could take place on the Seine. (dpa/NAN)
