Javier Romo denies having attacked the protester who caused his fall

Javier Romo (Movistar) took the exit of the fifteenth stage of the Tour of Spain after the fall he suffered last Sunday after the attempt to approach the road by a proportuous protester.

The cyclist of Villafranca de los Caballeros (Toledo) broke his silence after the rest day to manifest your sensations of that incident.

«Yesterday I could not enjoy rest day. We had been waiting for him for six days and I couldn't even go out for a walk«, Commented the Manchego corridor.

Asked by The rumors that indicated that he assaulted the Propalestinian activistRomo denied such an extreme.

«I don't know where the fight has come from. If there is a video, show it. I have not hit anyone«He challenged the journalist who asked the question.

Romo launched a message about the values ​​that stands out of cycling.

«In the end I am doing my job. I think we are offering a sports show, which is what should be shown. We are runners who train every day, we lead a Spartan life and we are an example for young people. And yet, something else is being shown, ”he said.

Romo suffered the fall at 56 km of finish when he was in a large group that chased the escapes that opened a career.

«My first reaction when they throw me at 50 per hour is that of anyone. I think it could have caused a much greater tragedy. Luckily I only have blows, not small, but I could take the second bike and return to the platoon to do my job, ”he concluded.