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Final stage of Spanish Vuelta cycling race interrupted by pro-Palestinian protesters

admin5544 months ago05 mins

Pro-Palestinian protesters interrupted the final stage of the Spanish Vuelta cycling race on Sunday. There were clashes between police and protesters near the route finale in Madrid. Some protesters carrying anti-Israel banners partly blocked the road and forced riders to stop. Riders got off their bikes but race officials have not yet officially called an…

Spanish Vuelta riders vote to continue racing for now after pro-Palestinian protests

admin5544 months ago04 mins

Spanish Vuelta riders have voted to keep competing but did not rule out abandoning the Grand Tour event if pro-Palestinian protests continue to disrupt the race. Wednesday’s 17th stage ended without any major incident after authorities limited the number of people who could reach the summit where the finish line was located. A couple of…