Separating the fans’ excitement they bring to events, multiple athletes have complained about the facilities at the Paris Olympics. One of the prominent swimmers, Adam Peaty, detailed how some athletes found ‘worms’ in their food. The British swimmer had a difficult Paris Olympics after testing positive for COVID, the day after he won the 100m breaststroke. And now, the food at the Olympics caused a stir among athletes.

Peaty explained the organizers failed to provide the right nutrition for athletes to compete in the Olympics. He mentioned it after the 4x100m medley relay on the final evening of the swimming meet. The six-time Olympic medalist mentioned the hardships of staying in the Olympic Village apart from the food.

“The catering isn’t good enough for the level the athletes are expected to perform. We need to give the best we possibly can,” Peaty mentioned. Thus, he pointed out various issues they faced in the Olympic Village.

With protein being the primary fuel source for all athletes, Peaty stated how he loved his meat. The organizers claimed they worked properly with the teams’ nutritionists to offer the best services. However, the British swimmer believes the Paris 2024 climate pledged to make 60% of all meals served at the Games meatless. Therefore, plant-based meat makes it hard for athletes to gain protein. But finding worms in meals stands for no excuses.

According to iNews, Peaty mentioned, “The narrative of sustainability has just been punished on the athletes. I want meat, I need meat to perform and that’s what I eat at home, so why should I change?” For starters, protein remains necessary for all athletes during workouts and it aids in building muscles. But here’s the catch of the day!

“I like my fish and people are finding worms in the fish. It’s just not good enough,” mentioned Peaty.

Adam Peaty concerned about lack of nutrition in food for athletes

Significantly, with nutrition becoming a game-changer, Peaty needs the right amount of nutrients to fuel their energy and he remains unfulfilled with the meals offered. The British swimmer wants more reasonable standards for the athletes. On the contrary, he pointed out the spread in Tokyo and Rio Olympics, mentioning them as ‘incredible.’

This time, though, the wait time to get meals is up to 30 minutes with no particular queuing system. All these criticisms would probably encourage the organizers to get it right the next time, according to Peaty. On the other hand, a Paris 2024 spokesperson addressed athletes’ concerns regarding the issue as they “take their feedback very seriously.”‘

They also added, “Since the opening of the Village, our partner Sodexo Live! has been working proactively to adapt supplies to the growing use of the Olympic Village restaurants, as well as to the actual consumption by athletes observed over the first few days.”

The spokesperson stated how they have brought in more staff to ensure maximum service to the athletes and other personnel who come to eat their meals.

Adam Peaty, though, treasured the fan engagement this time around. Last time, the Tokyo Olympics became an event behind closed doors due to the Covid-19 pandemic. Athletes performed in empty stadiums and having no fans makes a difference. But with the fans back in the stadiums, the energy is at an all-time high. Just look at Armand Duplantis’ pole vault world record. The crowd went nuts! However, concerns continue regarding the arrangement of Paris organizers. Will this affect the performance of the athletes? Share your thoughts in the comments.