This ongoing tension between sports events and public protests has sparked discussions on how to maintain safety without compromising the integrity of the races.

In response to the protests, Spanish police have proposed fining 38 protesters up to €5,000 and banning them from attending sports events for a year, citing a 2007 law.

During the Vuelta, protests led to barriers being thrown onto the roads, the abandonment of the final stage in Madrid, and injuries to riders like Simone Petilli and Ivan Romeo, with some riders forced off their bikes.

Adam Hansen, president of the professional cyclists' union, has suggested that race organizers consider shortening or canceling stages in advance to prevent protest-related disruptions and ensure rider safety.

Hansen recognizes that shortening races would be a significant change and a sacrifice for organizers, but he considers it necessary for the long-term safety of cycling.

He also emphasizes that while protests are acceptable, they should not endanger riders, citing incidents where protesters physically pushed and hit cyclists.

Hansen advocates for depriving protesters of platforms like live TV coverage to reduce their influence and visibility during races.

The protests, including those targeting Israel–Premier Tech, led to the abandonment of the final stage in Madrid and raised significant safety concerns.

Following the protests, Israel–Premier Tech has been excluded from upcoming events like Giro dell'Emilia, and some races, including Barcelona's, have refused to accept the team in future competitions.

The proposal to shorten cycling races has been prompted by recent protests during the 2025 Vuelta a Espana, where pro-Palestinian activists targeted the race, especially focusing on the Israel–Premier Tech team.