High divers take the plunge in Paris for a new test of reclaimed Seine’s water
Paris is hosting a high-diving competition in the Seine as part of the European Aquatics Championships to test the river's water quality. Training was briefly suspended due to hydrocarbon detection, highlighting the challenges of urban river reclamation.
Germany’s Maike Elena Halbisch competes in the women’s 20m high diving event during the European Aquatics Championships, alongside the Seine, with the Eiffel Tower in the background./Getty Images Germany’s Maike Elena Halbisch competes in the women’s 20m high diving event during the European Aquatics Championships, alongside the Seine, with the Eiffel Tower in the background./Getty Images Diving High divers take the plunge in Paris for a new test of reclaimed Seine’s water European Aquatics Championships taking place in city
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