The organizers of the Vuelta a España are maintaining a cautious stance regarding the continued participation of the Israel-Premier Tech team in the race. Technical director Kiko García told the media that he hopes for a quick decision on the matter.

Stage 11 of the Vuelta a Bilbao was partially suspended, with the final three kilometers of the race cancelled without declaring a winner, due to pro-Palestinian protesters protesting the presence of the Israel-Premier Tech team.

García, surrounded by numerous journalists, was unable to provide specific information on the team's future in the race, but he stressed the need for rapid action given the delicate situation the Vuelta finds itself in.

Vuelta director Javier Guillén had already expressed criticism of the protests during the team time trial, promising legal action against the protesters involved. Guillén also clarified that the team was not participating as a wildcard but by right, being among the top two ProTeams in the 2025 UCI rankings.

On this occasion, the protests affected not just one team but the entire race. García explained that the decision to stop the stage three kilometers from the finish was made due to the tension of the situation, seeking to safeguard both sporting and safety.

The organizers' goal remains to continue the race, hoping for a calmer climate in the upcoming stages. However, without appropriate changes or responses, there's a risk the protests could continue.