Despite disruptions from anti-Israel protesters at the Vuelta a España cycling race, Israel–Premier Tech continued competing, with one member of the team claiming the Best Young Rider jersey.

The final stage of the race in Madrid on Sunday was abandoned after hundreds of pro-Palestinian protesters tore down barriers, clashed with police and forced riders off course.

“In the face of considerable adversity, our riders focused on their race, producing one of the best Grand Tours in our team’s history,” IPT owner Sylvan Adams told JNS.

“This marks our second top-five performance [for a rider in the general classification] at a Grand Tour this season, reflecting the team’s growth in the right direction. A top-five finish, a jersey win and four podiums [in various stages of the race] are outs

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