If the UCI and the responsible bodies couldn’t make the right decisions early enough, then long-term it’s very bad for cycling that the protesters managed to get what they wanted. You can’t just pretend nothing is happening.
From now on, it’s clear for everyone that a cycling race can be used as an effective stage for protests and next time it will only get worse, because someone allowed it to happen and looked the other way. It’s a shame for the fans who came here to watch a great event. Personally, I would have preferred to know in advance that the race was cancelled rather than being led to believe everything was going to be fine.
See you on the road soon cycling fans❤️
Thank you Team and chapeau to @lavuelta Winners 🙌
When you realise there’s less than 24 hours to go until the 2023 @FortVale_ Colne Grand Prix! 😁
Don’t forget to tag us in your pics tomorrow night @ColneTown, using the hashtag #ColneGP 📸
⏰ First race starts at 6:30pm
📍 Hartley Square, #Colne
We have so many amazing local businesses open on the night of the 2023 @FortVale_ Colne Grand Prix! ❤️🚴 #ShopLocal
Whether you want a bite to eat, or a quick drink in between the racing, #Colne has got you covered! 💪
🗓️ See you there... Tuesday 25th July!
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