On the off chance your question hasnt been answered in whatever it is thats being discussed above...
Thats a terrible call.
As you correctly state, the rule applies to a batter runner - not a runner.
I cant quote a rule for you because there is no such rule; the umpire pulled it out of their @$$.
Not sure how you could argue it other than protest it, though.
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