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Israeli Athletes Will Not Compete in Derry Triathlon
World Triathlon removed four Israeli competitors after race organisers raised safety concerns and said up to 200 athletes were due to compete.
- Four Israeli triathletes will not compete in Saturday's Europe Triathlon Cup in Londonderry after World Triathlon removed them with "immediate effect" on Thursday, following a request from the Israeli National Federation.
- North West Triathlon Club organizers objected, citing "athlete and public safety" concerns and a position on "representation of the State of Israel in international sport." The club emphasized the stance was not directed at individuals based on ethnicity.
- The Derry Anti War Coalition called the withdrawal a "huge victory for common sense" linked to the BDS movement. Police Service of Northern Ireland confirmed it became aware of potential protest activity via social media.
- Political reactions remained divided. SDLP MLA Mark H Durkan said he was "relieved" the athletes would not compete, while DUP MLA Julie Middleton called the situation "an awful reflection" on Derry's hospitality.
- Despite the withdrawal, up to 200 athletes from around the world remain scheduled to compete Saturday at the Europe Triathlon Cup. The NWTC clarified it had "no involvement whatsoever in accepting or approving these international entries.
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This weekend will take place an international triathlon in Northern Ireland. The competition will take place without four Israeli athletes, who will be banned from participation after the decision of the NWTC.
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Israeli athletes withdraw from Northern Ireland race after organizers object
Four Israeli athletes scheduled to compete in an international triathlon in Londonderry, Northern Ireland, will no longer participate in the event after the local organising club objected to their inclusion. The athletes had been due to compete in Saturday’s City of Derry Triathlon, part of the Europe Triathlon Cup, which is expected to attract as many […] Israeli athletes withdraw from Northern Ireland race after organizers object
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