Illness Among German Swimmers at Paris Olympics
Three German swimmers fell ill after competing in open water races at the Paris Olympics, suspected to be due to the long-polluted Seine River. Water quality was within accepted limits but concerns remained. Athletes showed mixed reactions to the river's cleanliness.
Key Points
- Multiple German swimmers fell ill after competing in open water races
- Water quality in the Seine River was within accepted limits
- Athletes had mixed reactions to the cleanliness of the river
Pros
- Athletes recovered and are expected to travel home as planned
- Water quality testing showed levels within accepted limits
Cons
- Multiple swimmers fell ill after competing
- Concerns about the long-polluted Seine River persist