Oz swimmer Huegill slams ‘lackadaisical approach’ of Delhi CWG organizers
September 26th, 2010 - 11:54 am ICT by ANISydney, Sep 26(ANI): Australian swimmer Geoff Huegill has criticized the Delhi Commonwealth Games organizers for their lackadaisical approach to the event, but has downplayed security concerns.
The lead-up to the October 3-14 Games has been dominated by stories concerning security issues, problems with accommodation and other facilities.
An outbreak of dengue fever after heavy rains that have flooded parts of the athletes’ village, and the collapse of an foot-over bridge have also raised serious concerns about the event, with several high-profile athletes pulling out.
“It’s a little bit distressing, from an athlete’s point of view, for the fact that the organizers couldn’t get it prepared on time, and they did take a lackadaisical approach to it,” The Sydney Morning Herald quoted Huegill, as saying.
“That’s a little disappointing, but I guess these are lessons learnt for all of the future countries going to be hosting major events,” he added.
The Sydney Olympic 50metres butterfly bronze medallist further said that he had spoken to quite a few of his colleagues, and they were excited about competing in the Indian capital.
Members of the Australian swimming squad are currently attending a training camp in Kuala Lumpur.
The squad would arrive in India on Wednesday. (ANI)
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