The UCI has cleared Chris Froome of suspicion of doping, but the international organization and its president, David Lappartient, make no secret of the risks of public hostility towards the Briton on the roads of the Tour de France. The French leader launched an appeal to “ cycling lover », asking spectators at the Grande Boucle to respect all athletes, including Chris Froome. “ He has the right to evolve in a secure environment and I have seen sometimes completely unreasonable calls for violence on the Tour de France., pleads David Lappartient. I can't accept it. I call on all spectators to protect all athletes and to respect the court decisions handed down and to ensure that Chris Froome can perform in a secure and peaceful environment during the next Tour de France like all other athletes."
— Published July 5, 2018
