Toilet Troubles Loom Over Paris Olympics Opening Ceremony

The upcoming Paris Olympics opening ceremony faces an unexpected challenge as the lack of toilets on athlete-carrying barges raises concerns. The ceremony will see athletes floating on the River Seine. Preparations are underway to ensure athletes have access to facilities before boarding.

The upcoming Paris Olympics opening ceremony faces an unexpected challenge as the lack of toilets on athlete-carrying barges raises concerns.

Scheduled on the River Seine, the event will have athletes floating past spectators in one of the most anticipated occasions of the Games.

Australia's Chef de Mission Anna Meares confirmed on Saturday that preparations are underway to ensure access to facilities before departure, although the boat journey will last around 45 minutes.