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Cycling team Israel-Premier Tech will race under the name IPT in Canada this week to avoid potential pro-Palestinian protests. Organizers confirmed the team requested the removal of "Israel" from their branding for the Quebec and Montreal races. This decision follows similar demonstrations that disrupted the Vuelta a Espana, prompted by the ongoing conflict in Gaza.

Spanish Sports Minister Pilar Alegría advocates for banning Israeli teams from international competitions, drawing parallels to the sanctions imposed on Russian sport following Russia’s invasion of Ukraine. This call arises amidst escalating protests during the Vuelta a España against the participation of the Israel-Premier Tech cycling team. The team has been publicly commended by Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu for staying in the race.