Waiters race for glory as Paris revives century-old tradition

Some 200 aproned competitors will take their places on the starting blocks Sunday for a tradition that goes back more than a hundred years: the Paris waiters' race.

Intended to showcase waiters' talent with a tray, the 2km race will see contestants make their way from Paris city hall through the narrow streets of the Marais and back again - all while singlehandedly carrying a glass of water, a cup of coffee and a