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Vuelta a Espana: Cycling governing body UCI criticises Spanish government after Madrid abandonment

Vuelta a Espana: Cycling governing body UCI criticises Spanish government after Madrid abandonment

Cycling’s governing body the UCI has questioned Spain’s ability to safely host major sporting events after the final stage of the Vuelta a Espana was abandoned on Sunday. Riders were stopped with 60km remaining after pro-Palestinian protesters knocked down barriers and occupied the road at several points on the course in central Madrid. There were various protests against the Israel-Premier …

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