The issue of food quality in the Olympic Village has once again come under scrutiny, with renowned entrepreneur Elon Musk leading the charge in calling for a boycott of the Paris 2024 Olympics. This follows shocking revelations from British swimmer Adam Peaty, who reported finding worms in his meal.

Peaty, a decorated Olympian, voiced his concerns about the substandard food quality. “I love fish, but finding worms in my meal at the Olympic 2024 is unacceptable,” Peaty shared. “The food quality here is far from what we should expect at an event of this magnitude. We came here expecting the best, but unfortunately, it has been a major letdown.”

In response to these alarming reports, Elon Musk took to social media to urge a boycott of the games. “It’s outrageous that athletes are being subjected to such poor conditions, especially concerning their nutrition,” Musk stated. “We should not stand by and let this happen. I urge everyone to boycott the Paris 2024 Olympics until the organizers ensure the safety and well-being of all participants. This is a matter of principle and respect for the athletes who have trained their whole lives for this moment.”

The Paris 2024 Organizing Committee has denied the presence of worms in the food, yet Peaty’s testimony isn’t isolated. Several athletes have expressed dissatisfaction with the quality and quantity of food, noting a significant lack of protein and lengthy wait times for meals.

Peaty elaborated on the situation, expressing his surprise at the poor organizational standards. “The service is inadequate. Athletes competing at the highest levels deserve better. The food at the Tokyo and Rio Olympics was fantastic, but here we’re dealing with protein deficiencies and long queues,” he said. “These complaints are not meant to criticize for the sake of it but to push for better conditions. We hope the organizers listen and improve the situation.”

Additional reports from other athletes have painted a concerning picture, with claims that two-thirds of the 500 dishes served in the Olympic Village are vegetarian, including traditionally meat-based dishes made with artificial meat. The stringent regulations by the Paris Organizing Committee require that a quarter of all ingredients be sourced within 250 km of Paris, 20% of the food be organic, and all meat, eggs, and dairy be of French origin. However, these measures have not prevented the quality concerns.

Previous complaints about the Olympic Village included excessive noise and heat, with many athletes unable to sleep properly due to the lack of air conditioning. Italian swimmer Thomas Ceccon even resorted to sleeping outside in Paris Park to escape the stifling heat and noise.

Ceccon remarked, “It’s been tough to get proper rest at night or in the afternoon. The conditions in the Olympic Village are terrible—no air conditioning, unbearable heat, and poor food quality. Many athletes have had to leave because of this. I’m not making excuses for my performance, but these are real issues that need addressing.”

As the outcry grows louder, the call for a boycott led by influential figures like Elon Musk could put significant pressure on the Paris 2024 organizers to address these serious concerns promptly.