South Korean Swimmers Relocate for Comfort

Six South Korean swimmers, including medal contenders Kim Woo-min and Hwang Sun-woo, have relocated from the Olympic Village to a hotel near the Paris La Defense Arena due to severe transport issues. The swimmers faced lengthy commutes of over an hour and uncomfortable conditions on buses with no air conditioning and taped windows, which were reportedly a security precaution. Korea Swimming Federation president Chong Chang-hoon emphasized the need for the athletes' comfort, noting that the swimmers typically experienced 40 to 45-minute trips that extended to over an hour and a half. Other international teams have also reported similar transportation frustrations, with Australian swimmers expressing dissatisfaction with their bus experiences. The South Korean swimmers will remain in the hotel until at least next Tuesday, ensuring they are close to their events, with Kim competing in the 400m freestyle and Hwang in the 200m freestyle shortly after.