CYCLING – Team Bahrain Victorious have announced a multi-year partnership with iconic Italian cycling brand Bianchi beginning in the 2026 racing season.
Bianchi, established in 1885, brings a rich history of racing success and innovation. With a legacy of winning some of the sport’s most historic and prestigious races, this new partnership will continue to build the future within that tradition of excellence and performance, the team said in a statement.
The partnership aims to create a responsive and dynamic performance cycle between the riders and Bianchi, with continuous athlete feedback informing real-time technical development. Through Bianchi’s Reparto Corse, this collaboration will refine and optimise race equipment with the clear objective of creating the conditions required to win the biggest races on the Union Cycliste Internationale (UCI) calendar.
The team will have access to the entire range of Reparto Corse products: Oltre, the ultimate aero model; Specialissima, the next generation ultra-light all-rounder; Aquila, designed to dominate the wind in time trials; and Impulso, the highest representation of Bianchi’s racing spirit applied to gravel.
Bahrain Victorious managing director Milan Erzen commented: “When we first sat down with Bianchi to explore the possibility of a collaboration, it was clear that we shared the same spirit and goals. We saw their ambition to build on their rich heritage and legacy while looking forward, working with us on advancements, development, and a modern vision for the future of performance cycling.
“We have great respect for Bianchi’s history in the sport, and we are confident that together we will innovate, create new iconic moments, and build the future upon their remarkable heritage.”
Bianchi CEO Alberto Cavaggioni added: “We are extremely proud to be the new partner of Team Bahrain Victorious, with whom we share values such as history, innovation, and the desire to win.
“Bianchi has always been a protagonist in this engaging sport, and we are ready to write a new chapter in our future, with all the energy and passion of our team.
“I would like to thank Bianchi president Salvatore Grimaldi for the trust and further investment in this new project.”
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