Olympics-Athletes face heat risks in Paris, environmental groups say


FILE PHOTO: The Olympic rings are displayed on the first floor of the Eiffel Tower ahead of the Paris 2024 Olympic games in Paris, France June 7, 2024. REUTERS/Sarah Meyssonnier/File Photo

(Reuters) -Heat levels during the Paris Olympics could pose health risks for competitors, a report by environmental groups said, adding that continued increases in global temperatures could jeopardise future editions of the Games.

The report, titled "Rings of Fire: Heat Risks at the 2024 Paris Olympics", was published on Tuesday by the British Association for Sustainable Sport and Frontrunners, an organisation helping athletes engage in environmental issues.

Follow us on our official WhatsApp channel for breaking news alerts and key updates!

Next In Others

Syaifuddin juggles Parliament duties and sporting success
Rallying-Ekstrom wins Dakar stage 11 as Al-Attiyah stays on top
Malaysia set sights on becoming SEA Games overall champs again
Alpine skiing-Vonn launches social media search mission after ski pole goes missing
Sailing-Perth's Fremantle Doctor promises sizzling start to SailGP season
Olympics-Investigation clears Canada after skeleton withdrawals spark Olympics dispute
Ski jumping-Norway coaches hit with 18-month suspension over suit tampering at 2025 Worlds
Olympics-Canadian skater Stellato-Dudek aims for gold at 42 in extraordinary comeback story
Olympics-No selfies, please: Dolomites push back against overtourism ahead of Games
Sailing-Spray, speed and a sprint to Antigua as trade winds supercharge RORC Transatlantic Race

Others Also Read