2024 Olympic sailing competition to take place in Marseille, France's oldest city.

2,600-year-old Marseille, France's oldest city, hosts the 2024 Olympic sailing competition. Known for its multicultural history, diverse population, and Mediterranean port, Marseille faces challenges in swimming education due to the lack of pools and cultural barriers. The Grand Bleu Association, founded by Brahim Timricht, offers swimming camps to help children from marginalized neighborhoods learn to swim and overcome their fear of the sea.

August 03, 2024
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