Israel-Premier Tech cycling team loses title sponsor after protests
Summary
The Israel-Premier Tech cycling team lost its title sponsor, Premier Tech, after pro-Palestinian protests against the team's participation in races. The protests disrupted major cycling events, leading Premier Tech to end its sponsorship despite plans for the team to undergo a rebrand for the 2026 season. The team had been subject to criticism and calls for change due to its ties with Israel.Key Facts
- Israel-Premier Tech's sponsor, Premier Tech, ended their partnership after protests.
- Protests occurred during races like the Vuelta a Espana, Giro d'Italia, and Tour de France.
- The team planned to rebrand in 2026, moving away from its Israeli identity.
- Premier Tech decided to step down as a sponsor despite the rebranding efforts.
- The team joined the World Tour elite level of road racing before the 2020 season.
- Canadian cyclist Derek Gee left the team due to personal beliefs and faced a damages claim.
- Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu praised the team for not quitting the Vuelta during protests.
- Spanish Sports Minister called for a ban on Israeli sports teams referencing a double standard compared to Russian teams.
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