Red Bull - BORA - hansgrohe has finally completed their 2026 lineup. After firing Oier Lazkano, the German team still had two spots left to fill, and the team signed Spaniard Haimar Etxeberria, bought from Equipo Kern Pharma; and has now confirmed the signing of Arne Marit from intermarché - Wanty.
“Arne is a rider who can make an immediate impact in a variety of race situations. His natural speed, race instinct, and reliability across a full season make him a valuable addition to our sprint and classics group," team manager Zak Dempster said in a press release. "Importantly, he is also a rider with clear development potential – and we are confident we can take the next step together. We’re very happy to welcome him to the team.”
This transfer does not come as a surprise, rather a confirmation of a rumour that had been ongoing for many weeks in the peloton. Intermarché - Wanty is merging with Lotto and so the contract that were valid for the Belgian team are now no longer the case, legally speaking. Biniam Girmay has departed towards NSN Pro Cycling and Marit's signing with Red Bull was already given as a certain back in early November. However, it was confirmed this Thursday, where he becomes rider number 30 for the team. A quality sprinter, he should have his freedom to lead in some races, but can also potentially become a leadout man for the likes of Jordi Meeus and Dannny van poppel who will have prominent roles next season.
“I remember talking to my girlfriend about what my dream team would be, and my answer was Red Bull - BORA - hansgrohe," Marit admitted. "For me, this is truly a dream coming true. The team has an outstanding performance staff, and I’m confident I can take the next step in my career here. I’m especially looking forward to learning from Danny van Poppel when it comes to sprinting – one of my strengths, alongside the classics. I can’t wait for the team camp, to meet everyone and get this new adventure started.”
Marit during the 2025 season. @Sirotti
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- I see (elsewhere) that Alaphilippe had more to say than what got relayed in this stub. Me: he was very good early but his latter third trajectory was the pits. His old boss did what he could (huffed and puffed) but Julian couldn't get his greatness back. Sometimes I wonder if crashes that didn't look like much changed the course of the rider.flyer14-11-2026
- I wouldn't classify it as a gift because the nasty consequences of taking it from Sepp would have been great and would persist and he knew it.flyer14-11-2026
- Ok. Tratnik's good and Red Bull's better so Tratnik may get what he wants.flyer14-11-2026
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- Makes sense that training from home is a big asset or advantage but it's still remarkable that he can put in three quality majors and not pay some heavy price for the exertion. I wish he would have won that tour stage that his crash while leading allowed Carapaz the win. He's a darn good rider and teammate.flyer14-11-2026
- Sounds like we all agree with the over under exaggeration: "The German’s signing does not guarantee that Evenepoel will win the Tour in 2027. "flyer14-11-2026
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✍️ NEW RIDER: ARNE MARIT ✍️ Our 2026 roster is complete with Arne Marit, a rider with finishing speed, sharp race instinct and proven strength in sprints and one-day races. Read more here: redbullborahansgrohe.com/en/news/arne-m…
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