針對抗議年改民眾造成的運動員延遲進場，FISU今（19）晚發表聲明指出，雖然後續進場由全體尚未進場的運動員一起進場，開幕計畫照常進行，但FISU首要保障的是運動員福祉和安全，對於維安的議題，FISU已經要求台北市政府對於接下來的安排有更周延的計畫。FISU也希望世大運在慶祝運動、教育和文化的同時能維持和平。
以下為聲明全文：
Earlier this evening, there was a peaceful public order incident that temporarily prevented the entry of athletes to the Taipei 2017 Opening Ceremony.
Following a short wait and quick action from the Taipei authorities, the delayed athletes were able to join those already in the stadium. The athletes marched in together to huge applause, and the Ceremony continued as planned.
While the welfare and security of athletes is FISU's top priority, public order is an issue for the Taipei authorities. FISU has asked that future arrangements be reviewed.
FISU looks forward to the Universiade remaining a peaceful celebration of sport, education and culture.
