It has been officially announced that if Israeli athletes join the Vuelta cycling race scheduled for 2026, the Canary Islands will not host this competition. This was reported by Zamin.uz.
A number of media outlets reported this citing the regional government leader Antonio Morales. Gran Canaria's leader Antonio Morales emphasized that they do not support Israel's crimes against humanity and its global image, and stated that they hold a firm position on this matter.
He particularly noted the importance of ethics and human values in international sports competitions. Earlier, Spain, the Netherlands, and several European countries had warned that if Israel participates in this competition, they would not take part in "Eurovision 2026".
This decision openly demonstrated the interaction between sports and politics on the international stage. According to experts, although sports and politics often follow separate paths, respecting human rights and national laws in international competitions is a fundamental requirement for athletes and organizations.
For this reason, the participation of Israeli athletes may cause political and cultural debates. In the future, international sports organizations are expected to respond to this issue and take necessary measures to ensure fair and safe competitions.
This situation is generating great interest among the sports community, as the intersections of sports and politics and their global impact are important topics for fans.
