French Sports Minister Swims in Seine to Showcase Water Quality for Paris Olympics

Amélie Oudéa-Castéra's symbolic dip aims to prove the river is ready for Olympic swimming events amid ongoing pollution concerns.

The Seine's water quality has been a major concern ahead of the 2024 Paris Olympics, with significant investments made to clean it.
Oudéa-Castéra's swim was intended to demonstrate the river's improved condition after a century-long swimming ban.
Backup plans are in place to move events if the Seine fails to meet the required standards on competition days.
Paris Mayor Anne Hidalgo and President Emmanuel Macron have also pledged to swim in the river to affirm its cleanliness.
Despite recent improvements, some athletes and officials remain skeptical about the river's suitability for Olympic events.