Israel-Premier Tech to change its name and move away from ‘current identity’
Israel-Premier Tech, a professional cycling team, has announced that it will change its name and move away from its "current Israeli identity." This decision comes after the team's participation in the Vuelta a España triggered a series of pro-Palestinian protests, which resulted in the race's premature end last month. The team's decision is seen as a "step essential to securing the future of the team." This move follows the suggestion by World Tour cycling teams that they may boycott races against Israel-Premier Tech due to the team's refusal to withdraw from the Vuelta and the lack of protection from the International Cycling Union (UCI) for its own commercial and sporting interests. The article highlights the team's struggle to navigate the political tensions surrounding its Israeli identity and the potential consequences it faces if it continues to maintain its current identity.
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