Protesters nearly trigger crash in Israel-Premier Tech team time trial 📂 Archived Message Posted by Keith-264 on August 28, 2025, 4:53 pm https://cyclingmagazine.ca/sections/news/protesters-nearly-trigger-crash-in-israel-premier-tech-team-time-trial/ Matt Hansen August 27, 2025 During Israel-Premier Tech’s team time trial on Stage 5 of the Vuelta a España, a dangerous incident occurred when a group of pro-Palestine protesters blocked the road with banners as the team approached at high speed. Despite efforts by police motorbikes to clear the way, the riders were temporarily held up. While the riders appeared able to brake in time, they had to ride carefully to avoid the demonstrators. Several team members were briefly stopped by the protesters. Thankfully no riders fell. The group of eight riders were probably going anywhere from 50-60 km/h. Earlier in the day, Spanish political party Izquierda Unida (United Left) called on the national government to consider excluding Israel-Premier Tech from the Vuelta, describing the team’s participation as unacceptable. This is not the first time the team has faced protests. During the Giro d’Italia earlier this year, demonstrators also tried to block Israel-Premier Tech, again almost causing a crash. The team is not officially backed by the State of Israel, but team owner Israeli-Canadian Sylvan Adams has been outspoken on the conflict, as well as the rise of anti-semitism. The team has previously taken measures to limit protests, such as using neutral colours on their team bus and training kit. Former riders of the team have also said they are thankful not to be riding for the team during the ongoing conflict in Gaza. Message Thread: Protesters nearly trigger crash in Israel-Premier Tech team time trial - Keith-264 August 28, 2025, 4:53 pm At least they mentioned the word 'Palestine'. Eurosport cut the incident out completely - Der August 28, 2025, 9:41 pm Chris Froome's crash could seriously interfere with his whitewashing on behalf of Israel. Bummer. nm - Der August 28, 2025, 11:27 pm Was he wearing his Zio Jaune? (nm) - Ed August 28, 2025, 11:46 pm I was way too busy trying to get away from the scene of the crime to notice his apparell. nm - Der August 29, 2025, 8:07 am « Index   Searching