UCI to roll out guidelines for 'more respectful' podium ceremonies

The recent push to remove podium hostesses from post-race ceremonies will not be enforced by the UCI. President David Lappartient is aware of the gender biases that go along with the traditional role but says that compromises can be made to have a more respectful protocol while retaining cycling's podium customs.

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