British swimmer Adam Peaty has revealed how the athletes—the best of the best—have had subpar provisions at the Olympic Village in Paris, declaring: “It’s just not good enough.”
The six-time Olympic medallist, who has also battled contracting Covid during the Games, told iNews, “I like my fish and people are finding worms in the fish.”
“We’re looking at the best of the best in the world, and we’re feeding them not the best. I just want people to get better at their roles and jobs. And I think that’s what the athletes are the best sounding board for.”
@dailymail Paris Olympics’ catering might need Simone Biles’ magic touch. The gymnastics star gave a thumbs-down to the Olympic Village’s food, suggesting athletes seek “real” French cuisine outside. Following the U.S. women’s team gold win on July 30, Biles noted the village food was healthier but not authentic. Teammate Hezly Rivera was more blunt, saying the food wasn’t great. Despite using fresh, local produce, organizers faced criticism, leading to a promise of improvements. #olympic #olympicvillage #simonebiles #gymnastics
Peaty said he and his fellow Olympians have been “blindsided” by the inept culinary levels being presented to them.
“The catering isn’t good enough for the level the athletes are expected to perform,” he argued. “We need to give the best we possibly can.”
The 29-year-old also criticized an initiative set forth by Olympics organizers, who aimed to have 60 percent of all meals served at the Games meatless and a third completely vegan.
