Philippe Gilbert slams UCI for ‘negligence’ at Vuelta a Burgos

‘It’s time safety topics are taken seriously’ says Belgian former World Champion

Philippe Gilbert
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Philippe Gilbert (Lotto Soudal) has spoken up on behalf of his fellow riders after a horrendous crash at the recent Vuelta a Burgos saying it is a result of 'neglicence'.

According to the Belgian, riders are still being placed in harm’s way despite rider safety being discussed more frequently at UCI level.  

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