Protest Interrupts UCI Cycling World Championships Men’s Elite Road Race in Scotland
Key points:
- A protest halted the Men's Elite Road Race at the UCI Cycling World Championships in Scotland
- The protest took place on a narrow stretch of the B818 near the Carron Valley Reservoir
- The race was paused for about 50 minutes before restarting
A protest disrupted the Men’s Elite Road Race at the UCI Cycling World Championships in Scotland, causing a 50-minute pause in the race. The protesters, affiliated with environmental group This Is Rigged, blocked a section of the route near the Carron Valley Reservoir, gluing themselves to the road. The race eventually resumed with cyclists navigating through closed roads. The UCI stated it is working closely with authorities to ensure rider safety and minimize disruption. The event features some of the world’s best cyclists competing in various disciplines as part of a mega event.
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