The 2024 Olympics in Paris got off to a soggy start as heavy rain dampened the opening ceremonies and persisted into the first day of events, causing disruptions across various sports.
The men’s skateboard street event, originally slated for day one at Place de la Concorde, has been rescheduled to Monday due to ongoing rainfall.
Organizers had planned both the preliminary round and final on the same day, with the women’s event now pushed to Sunday.
Organizers of Paris 2024 expressed confidence that the triathlon events will proceed as scheduled on Tuesday, despite concerns over water quality in the Seine River, exacerbated by heavy rainfall.
A scheduled training session on Sunday faces potential cancellation due to these concerns.
In the women’s cycling time trial, slippery roads caused multiple riders to lose control around corners.
Chloe Dygert of the United States, a world champion, finished third behind Anna Henderson of Britain in second place and Grace Brown of Australia, who secured the gold medal.
Looking ahead, the weather forecast predicts sunny skies and warmer conditions in the coming days, offering hope for smoother Olympic events after a damp and challenging start in Paris.
