Olympic Games organisers were warned more than a month ago their vegan-heavy menu at the Paris athletes’ village would prevent competitors from performing at their best.
'Unbalanced diets deficient in protein': Paris Olympics officials warned about risks of plant-based menu in athletes' village
But the move proved problematic, as hungry athletes complained they were unable to get the sustenance they required to compete at the highest level. “It sends a very negative message to the public, demonising meat and other animal-sourced foods as bad for the environment and unhealthy, which is flawed, while not supporting French farmers and sustainable farming more broadly,” the letter, sent to Paris Organising Committee president Tony Estanguet on June 24 said.
“Proteins are needed to maintain muscle mass, for us to perform at our best physically and become stronger, particularly relevant to sporting endeavours.” But the move backfired spectacularly when scores of athletes complained, forcing organisers to order in an extra tonne of red meat and 700kg of eggs.
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