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Il Lombardia boss backs rider protest over safety concerns

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Il Lombardia boss backs rider protest over safety concerns
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Riders staged a protest during the race, prompting support from the event organizer. The protest was deemed fair but could have been handled better.

Why it matters

The incident highlights ongoing safety concerns in professional cycling events.

protest over safety

riders halted the race to voice safety concerns during the event.

organizer's stance

luca guercilena, the event's organizer, called the protest 'very fair and correct'.

Common questions

did the riders win their protest?

the event organizer supported the protest but suggested it could have been managed more effectively.

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