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Triathletes swim in Versailles grand canal as France continues to mix sports and heritage

Triathletes swim in Versailles grand canal as France continues to mix sports and heritage
Photo: Le Monde in English · view original

Participants in the Versailles Ironman will be the first to ever swim in the canal in front of the palace of French kings. There is a growing trend of sporting events being held at heritage sites since the Paris 2024 Olympic Games.

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