Paris 2024 Olympics Face Potential Triathlon Format Change Due to Seine River Pollution

With the Olympic Games looming, organizers consider alternatives as E. coli levels in the Seine raise health concerns for athletes.

Paris Olympics organizers may switch the triathlon to a duathlon, eliminating the swimming segment due to high E. coli levels in the Seine.
French water charity Surfrider Foundation reports alarming pollution levels, posing health risks to athletes.
Investments in sewage and stormwater treatment aim to improve water quality, with a major facility opening soon.
Paris authorities remain hopeful the Seine will be safe for swimming by the Games, citing seasonal improvements.
Athletes and public officials, including President Macron, express commitment to the event despite concerns.