CONFIRMED: Uno-X seal transfer of versatile Soudal-Quickstep rider as he details Grand Tour ambition for 2027
CyclingWednesday, 02 September 2026 at 12:19
Casper Pedersen will ride for Uno-X Mobility in 2027, the team has confirmed. Leaving Soudal-Quickstep for the Scandinavian team, Pedersen has signed a three-year deal with the squad.
A versatile rider, Pedersen brings a wealth of classics, Grand Tour and stage race experience to the setup, as he praised his incoming new environment, signalling that he believes it's the right next step for his career.
The 30-year-old enjoyed four seasons at Quickstep, with notable performances coming in the form of winning the 2020 Paris-Tours, 2023 Figiuera Classic and 4th place at last year's E3 Saxo Classic.
“For a long time, I have dreamed of joining Uno-X Mobility. The team’s development over the past few years has been impressive, and I believe I can take another step as a rider in the environment the team offers," Pedersen said in an announcement.
“I am really looking forward to becoming part of the strong team spirit you can see at Uno-X. The way they race as one unit is inspiring and brings out the best in everyone. I think it will be a fantastic environment for me.”
Casper Pedersen
Pedersen inspired by Uno-X Mobility
Relying on his versatility, Pedersen believes he can be the perfect teammate for a general classification leader, indicating that he would like to ride the Giro d'Italia in 2027.
“I look forward to contributing with my versatility, whether that means leading out a sprinter, protecting a GC leader or chasing a result from the breakaway on hard, open days.”
He added: “One of my big goals is to race the Giro, as it is the only Grand Tour I have not yet ridden.”
After eight seasons at WorldTour level, Pedersen has much to pass on to a developing team, and labelled the opportunity to ride with Uno-X a "dream come true".
He added: “I hope to share what I have learned during my years at WorldTour level with the team’s many young talents. At the same time, I am inspired and continue to develop through exchanging ideas and experiences with my teammates."
He hopes to pass on experience
“Seeing a teammate grow and develop gives me a lot of satisfaction. I am looking forward to working with the team’s experts and experiencing the Uno-X culture, which I have heard so many good things about. Becoming part of this team is a dream come true.”
Signalling his experience to take to a race assertively, General Manager Thor Hushovd believes he'll fit well with the team.
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“Casper is the kind of rider who makes the entire team stronger. He has the engine and racing intelligence to take responsibility in the classics, support our sprinters and GC leaders, and take his own opportunities when they come,” Hushovd said.
“Just as importantly, he wants to use what he has learned to help the riders around him. That mindset fits very well with the way we work and the culture we have built. We are very pleased that he has chosen Uno-X Mobility.”
Gavin QuinnCycling Journalist
Gavin Quinn is a cycling journalist and ultra-distance cyclist with a BA in Journalism from Dublin City University. Formerly the Press & Communications Officer for Cycling Ireland, Gavin has worked inside the national team at the World Championships and has reported for the Irish Mirror, Mirror UK, and The42.
His expertise is backed by elite-level access, having interviewed stars like Sam Bennett and Ben Healy, as well as immense personal endurance. In 2025, he completed a 12,000km solo cycle from Ireland to Vietnam, following a 4,600km tour across Europe. From the cobbles of Paris-Roubaix to the gradients of the Tourmalet, Gavin’s writing focuses on the "romance and brutality" of the sport. Having visited 50+ countries, he brings a global, cultural perspective to his coverage of the pro peloton for CyclingUpToDate.
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