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Top talents commit long-term | Grand Tour strategy for 2026 set
Red Bull – BORA – hansgrohe extended contracts with Lipowitz, Pellizzari and Finn. In addition, the captains for the Grand Tours were announced.
Red Bull – BORA – hansgrohe is sending a clear signal for the years ahead: Florian Lipowitz, Giulio Pellizzari and Lorenzo Finn have all extended their contracts early, reaffirming their long-term commitment to the team. Three riders at three very different career stages – yet their stories share a common thread: each of them was not only discovered at Red Bull – BORA – hansgrohe, but shaped and developed within this system.
Florian Lipowitz (25), who rose from trainee to Tour de France podium finisher within the team, has extended his already long-term contract. He will remain with the German UCI WorldTeam well into the coming years.
Giulio Pellizzari at the Media Day
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Giulio Pellizzari (22) completed two Grand Tours in his first WorldTour season, claimed a stage win and twice finished sixth overall. He has committed to Red Bull – BORA – hansgrohe for the long term – a strong statement from a rider who is only just beginning to tap into his full potential.
Lorenzo Finn (18) is at the very start of his professional journey: junior world champion, U23 world champion and set to race in the rainbow jersey with the Red Bull – BORA – hansgrohe Rookies next season. His step into the WorldTour is planned for 2027, and he has committed to the team for the long term as he continues his progression toward the top level.
Ralph Denk at the Media Day
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Talent development is part of this team’s DNA.
"Talent development is part of this team’s DNA. Florian and Giulio were not even 20 years old when we discovered them, and today they are riders who can make a difference in any Grand Tour. Lorenzo was even younger and has already won two world titles with us. Together with our established leaders and the huge depth of talent across our three teams, this trio represents our future – our vision and the path we are committed to following,” says Ralph Denk, CEO of Red Bull – BORA – hansgrohe.
Ambitions across all three Grand Tours
Looking ahead to 2026, anticipation within the team is growing. The three Grand Tours are far more than seasonal highlights – they are part of the team’s identity and its biggest sporting challenge. And Red Bull – BORA – hansgrohe enters the new season with a clear ambition: the podium is the goal at every Grand Tour.
Zak Dempster at the Media Day
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First, second, third – that has been the team's Grand Tour record over the past two seasons. Of course we want to continue in that direction.
“First, second, third – that has been the team's Grand Tour record over the past two seasons. Of course we want to continue in that direction. At the same time, we want to win within the Grand Tours and demonstrate an exciting style of racing that is part of our DNA,” says Zak Dempster, Chief of Sports.
Giro d'Italia
The 2026 Grand Tour campaign will begin at the Giro d’Italia, where the leadership will be shared by Giulio Pellizzari and Jai Hindley. The duo approaches the race with a blend of youthful fearlessness and seasoned confidence, aiming to carry the momentum of last year’s Vuelta into the Grande Partenza in Bulgaria. Hindley knows the feeling of celebrating both Giro stage victories and the Trofeo Senza Fine, while Pellizzari has been close to a stage win on several occasions at his home Grand Tour over the past two years. Now, he intends to turn this steep learning curve into tangible results at the Giro, as well.
Jai Hindley at the Media Day
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Tour de France
In July, the spotlight will fall on two riders who share many similarities and yet stand at very different points in their careers: Remco Evenepoel and Florian Lipowitz. Both transitioned into cycling from other sports, both were born in 2000, both have won the white jersey, and both have already finished third at the Tour de France. But the phases of their careers could not be more different – a contrast that makes them such an exciting and tactically unpredictable pairing. For Red Bull – BORA – hansgrohe they will become true wingmen. Two riders who, together, can unlock entirely new tactical possibilities at the Tour.
Great interest in Florian Lipowitz and Remco Evenepoel at Media Day.
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The joint road of Remco Evenepoel and Florian Lipowitz toward Barcelona will already begin at the end of January in Mallorca. There, they will fine-tune their TTT performance at the Trophy Ses Salines. Both riders will also line up together at the Volta Ciclista a Catalunya. Further spring highlights include the Ardennes for Remco Evenepoel and the Tour de Romandie for Florian Lipowitz.
Vuelta a España
The Vuelta a España will mark the emotional high point of the season. Primož Roglič is targeting his fifth title – a pursuit deeply rooted in his long-standing connection with the race. The opening time trial in Monte Carlo will effectively roll out the red carpet for the champion, turning the start into a home race and potentially providing the perfect tailwind for the three weeks ahead. In preparation, his spring program is expected to feature Tirreno–Adriatico, Itzulia Basque Country and the Tour de Romandie.
Primož Roglič at the Media Day
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