Florian Lipowitz announces 2025 calendar - Is he Red Bull - Bora - hansgrohe's next star after Primoz Roglic?

Florian Lipowitz has revealed his 2025 race schedule alongside his Red Bull – Bora – Hansgrohe teammates. The 24-year-old German impressed many with his performances in 2024, particularly during his debut Grand Tour campaign, and is now set for another pivotal year in his young career.

Lipowitz made his Grand Tour debut at the Giro d’Italia in 2024, where he faced tough competition and ultimately did not finish. However, he rebounded in spectacular fashion at the Vuelta a Espana, proving his potential by finishing seventh overall. During the Vuelta, Lipowitz also held the white jersey for several stages, solidifying his status as one of the most exciting young talents in the peloton.

For 2025, Red Bull – Bora – Hansgrohe has announced ambitious goals for its leaders, with Primoz Roglic targeting the Giro-Tour double and Jai Hindley aiming for the Giro and Vuelta. As for Lipowitz, his Grand Tour participation will hinge on team strategy. The German climber will either race at the Tour de France or return to the Vuelta, where he could potentially lead the team in a bid to build on his strong performance from last year.

Lipowitz’s season will begin at the Challenge Mallorca, a popular series of one-day races that provides a solid start to the year. He will then tackle the Strade Binche, a key one-day race, before shifting his focus to stage racing. His calendar also includes the Tirreno-Adriatico, where he will test himself against some of the best stage racers in the world, and the Itzulia Basque Country.

While the decision between the Tour de France and the Vuelta a Espana has yet to be finalised, both options present exciting opportunities for the young German. A Tour debut would offer invaluable experience on cycling's biggest stage, while a return to the Vuelta would allow him to build on his 2024 performance, potentially vying for a podium finish or even a white jersey victory.