Ruben Guerreiro, riding for Movistar Team, became the 10th cyclist to receive a yellow card from the UCI under new safety rules which penalizes dangerous conduct on the road. This incident occurred during stage 2 of the Tour of Oman. The violation involved obstructing another rider during an irregular sprint. A second yellow card on February 12 would lead to disqualification and suspension. The UCI has issued 11 yellow cards this year, including penalties for team staff and mechanics, emphasizing a strict adherence to safety standards in cycling competitions.
Guerreiro's penalty marked the 10th yellow card issued by the UCI this year, showcasing a crackdown on rider safety violations during competitive cycling.
The UCI's new safety measures continue to be enforced, aiming to decrease incidents that obstruct or endanger riders, as evidenced by Guerreiro's yellow card.
Ivan Roméo acknowledged his punishment for shoving another rider and confirmed that safety violations frequently occur in competitive cycling,
The UCI's disciplinary actions reveal a broader effort to maintain safety standards, with clear consequences for repeated violations among riders and team staff.
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