Despite the picturesque setting of the Parade of Nations along the River Seine in Paris, the weather has taken a turn for the worse with a cold, driving rain dampening the spirits of spectators and participants alike.
As the parade makes its way down the river, the end of the route near the Trocadero is largely exposed to the elements, leaving press and onlookers vulnerable to the occasional showers. The VIP area at the stage offers some cover, but most of the crowd is left to brave the weather.
