Alexandre Lefevre On Monday, August 5, the mixed relay triathlon of the Olympic Games will take place, which includes an event held in the Seine. The president of the French Olympic Committee stated that the latest water samples indicate that its quality is deemed “good”.
The quality of the Seine’s water in question
David Lappartient, president of the French Olympic Committee (CNOSF), spoke about the swimability of the Seine during the mixed relay triathlon event. He considers it a victory for the residents of the Île-de-France region and thanks the city of Paris and the state for their commitment. However, some triathletes fell ill after participating in the events, raising questions about water quality. The sampling conducted shows, however, that the quality of the Seine is good.
A medal record for French athletes
David Lappartient praises the performance of French athletes at the Olympic Games, who won 44 medals. He attributes this success to the dynamics of the French team, the resources put in place, and the exceptional athletes. He also emphasizes the importance of the public, who supported the athletes during the various events.
He compares the atmosphere of the Olympic Games to that of the 1998 FIFA World Cup, noting that the French show the same enthusiasm and determination. He believes that the country is united due to the organization of the Games and the results of the athletes.
Source of the article: Francetvinfo
