‘Corona’ knocked at Paris Olympics, athlete tested positive after winning medal

Covid-19 In Paris Olympics 2024: Paris Olympics 2024 started on 26 July. However, many games started two days earlier i.e. on 24 July. However, the official opening ceremony was held on 26 July. Fans are enjoying the Olympic Games being played in Paris, but in the meantime, Corona entered the Maha Kumbh of sports. Corona caught the English athlete.

British swimmer Adam Peaty has been infected with Corona. Adam won a medal in the 100 meter breaststroke event on 28 July. The news of him being Corona positive came out the very next day after winning the medal. Adam Peaty, who participated in the final of the 100 meter breaststroke event, came in contact with Nicolo Martinenghi of Italy. Nicolo Martinenghi won the gold medal in the event. Apart from this, Adam also came in contact with American swimmer Nick Fink.

Let us tell you that on Sunday (28 July) morning, Adam PT was not feeling well. However, he still decided to participate in the final match. After playing the final, Adam’s health deteriorated and then after testing it was found that he is corona positive.

There are no rules regarding COVID-19 in the ongoing Olympics in Paris. Earlier, very strict measures were taken regarding COVID-19 in the Olympics held in Tokyo. All the events in the Tokyo Olympics were held without fans. Adam Peaty, who was affected by COVID-19 in the Paris Olympics, was also a part of the Tokyo Olympics, where he performed very well. Adam won 4 medals in the Tokyo Olympics, including 3 gold.

India’s performance so far in Paris Olympics

It is worth noting that India has won only one medal in Paris Olympics so far. Shooter Manu Bhaker opened the medal tally for India. Now it will be interesting to see when India gets the next medal.

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