McSweyn caught in chaos rogue cameraman disrupts 5000m heats at Paris Olympics

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On social media, McSweyn was caught up in the chaos caused by a rogue cameraman disrupting the 5000m heats at the Paris Olympics.

A viral video captured the chaos at the Paris Olympics, gaining attention and sparking debate.

On the X platform, the video highlighted the multiple falls during the men’s 5000m heats, including that of British runner George Mills.

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Norway’s Jakob Ingebrigtsen won his heat despite the cameraman’s interference. Image Credits: X/@herrerandres4

 

Mills tumbled on the final straight during heat one, leading to widespread discussion among viewers about the incident

The men’s 5000m heats at the Paris Olympics were marred by unexpected drama. Australian runner Stewart McSweyn was caught up in the tumult. Additionally, a rogue cameraman created chaos on the track.

Unexpected events unfolded during the race, including falls and tempers flaring. Additionally, an unusual incident involving a rogue cameraman added to the chaos.

The heats were filled with drama, featuring multiple falls

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Stewart McSweyn was caught in chaos during the men’s 5000m heats at the Paris Olympics. Image Credits: Getty

 

In the first heat, the race was disrupted by multiple falls, including that of British runner George Mills.

Mills, the son of former England footballer Danny Mills, collided with France’s Hugo Hay, leading to a tumble on the final straight.

Additionally, Mills confronted Hay at the finish line and finished in 18th place.

Despite the chaos, Mills expressed frustration over the incident and his subsequent disqualification.

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In heat one, four athletes, including British runner George Mills, fell on the final straight. Image Credits: Getty

 

He commented on the altercation, “I got stepped out on as I was about to kick in the home straight, and boom, the French lad took me down.”

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McSweyn faced to challenge and appeal

Australian runner Stewart McSweyn managed to stay on his feet amidst the chaos but still did not qualify automatically.

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Mills was involved in an altercation with French runner Hugo Hay, leading to a confrontation after the race. Image Credits: Getty

 

However, he appealed the result, citing the disruptions as a factor.

The jury agreed to his appeal, allowing him to compete in the final scheduled for Sunday morning (AEDT).

McSweyn shared his relief on social media, stating, “Olympic final Saturday night.”

Bizarre cameraman incident

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McSweyn, who avoided the chaos, initially failed to qualify but was allowed to race in the final after an appeal. Image Credits: X/@herrerandres4

 

In the second heat, a rogue cameraman caused an unusual interruption. He wandered across the track just as the runners approached the final laps.

The cameraman, unaware of his error, nearly caused a collision. Norwegian runner Jakob Ingebrigtsen expressed his frustration, saying, “It’s amateurish. That should not happen in an Olympics.”

The incident highlighted a significant oversight by the Paris Olympics organizers. The cameraman seemed to be focused on the women’s javelin qualifying event.

Ingebrigtsen went on to win his heat. Ethiopia’s Biniam Mehary and Belgium’s Isaac Kimeli completed the top three.

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In heat two, a rogue cameraman caused a dangerous interruption by walking across the track. Image Credits: X/@herrerandres4

 

Despite the chaos, only one runner fell during this heat.

Meanwhile, in the earlier heat, Mills’s confrontation with Hay and subsequent appeal resulted in Mills being reinstated for the final.


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