Nils Politt Stops for Toilet Break in Olympic Race

During the men's Olympic road cycling race in Paris, German cyclist Nils Politt made headlines for stopping mid-race at the famous Café des Deux Moulins to address a sudden stomach issue. Surrounded by fans, Politt's restroom break occurred as he was initially part of the leading group, but he ultimately finished in 70th place, nearly 20 minutes behind gold medalist Remco Evenepoel of Belgium. Politt attributed his upset stomach to excessive hydration and energy gels consumed earlier in the race. Despite the setback, national coach André Greipel noted that Politt's performance did not reflect his capabilities or the race dynamics. Evenepoel's victory further highlighted the dramatic nature of the race, as he overcame a last-minute puncture to secure his second gold medal of the Olympics. The incident serves as a reminder that even elite athletes face human moments during intense competitions.