The pack rides in front of pro-Palestinian protesters during the 20th stage of the Vuelta a Espana on September 13, 2025

The pack rides in front of pro-Palestinian protesters during the 20th stage of the Vuelta a Espana on September 13, 2025

 Pierre-Philippe MARCOU

Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez on Sunday said pro-Palestinian protests that have rocked the Vuelta a Espana filled him with "pride" as large demonstrations await the race's final stage in Madrid.

The protests, which have targeted the Israel-Premier Tech team over the devastating war in Gaza, have disrupted several stages of one of cycling's three grand tours and cast doubt on whether the 21-day race could be completed.

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