Julian Alaphilippe has signed a three-year agreement with Tudor Pro Cycling, opening a new chapter for himself after 11 years with Quick-Step.
“After more than ten years with the same team, it was time for a change,” the former world champion explains. “I liked the Tudor Pro Cycling project from the beginning. I saw the team arrive and develop, and I also know a few of the riders and staff members. What better way to mark a turning point in my career than with a new and ambitious project?”
“It is the biggest change since the start of my career. It is the first time I will be riding in another team, and I think it’s good to have a change of scenery after so many years. The team makes me want to be part of it. I want to play my part as a leader, to guide the youngsters, even though I’m not very old yet (laughs). But I’ve got a lot of experience and that can be important for the young people in the team. It’s a great motivation to bring what I know and my way of being on and off the bike. It really motivates me to win races and develop at the highest level, both personally and with the team.”
The enthusiasm is shared by the Swiss team.
“We are super happy to have Julian joining the Team,” said Fabian Cancellara. “He is a great rider who perfectly embodies our #BornToDare attitude. He still has the fire needed to perform at the highest level and he will bring stability and experience to the team. He is a smart rider but also a good guy, with a good sense of humor, professionalism and a daring attitude.”
“It is an honor to catch the interest of a rider like Julian,” continues Raphael Meyer, CEO of the Team. “He is a human being who understands and appreciates the values we stand for and want to have in our team. So, we quickly understood that it could be a match.”
