Overview

• The team said the switch to a monogram jersey is a safety step and pledged to keep racing, arguing that withdrawal would set a dangerous precedent.
• Stage operations have been disrupted repeatedly, with stage 11 in Bilbao cut short, 12 protesters detained on Friday, and further demonstrations at Saturday’s start in Avilés.
• A protester caused a minor crash on stage 15 near Castroverde, according to reports, though affected riders resumed after police intervened.
• La Vuelta’s technical director urged the team to consider withdrawing or for the UCI to act, while the UCI condemned the Bilbao incident and the riders’ union pressed for stronger security.
• The updated kit features only a large P and a star, aligning with earlier de‑branding steps the privately owned squad took on vehicles and casual gear.