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Cyclists Protest Race Safety Amid Vehicle Incidents
10 Oct
Summary
- Cyclists staged a protest, delaying the Giro di Lombardia race start.
- Riders highlighted the death of Fin Tarling and other recent incidents.
- The CPA union urged the UCI to improve race organizer safety responsibility.
The Giro di Lombardia race start was delayed by five minutes on 2026-10-10T12:47:17+00:00 as cyclists protested critical safety issues. Riders remained stationary after the initial countdown, drawing attention to what they describe as an unacceptable number of incidents involving vehicles during races.
Remco Evenepoel voiced concerns, referencing the tragic death of British cyclist Fin Tarling in August and recent accidents involving riders Thomas Gloag and Marcel Camprubi. The CPA union, representing professional cyclists, issued a statement urging the UCI, cycling's governing body, to ensure race organizers assume responsibility for enhancing safety standards and preventing further injuries or fatalities.
The protest aimed to demonstrate rider unity and the desire for safer racing conditions. While competitors love the sport and aim to entertain fans, their primary concern is returning home safely to their families. The Giro di Lombardia is a prestigious one-day race, marking the final event of the season's Monuments.
