Shock news from Team Jayco AlUla! Matt White departs after more than a decade as part of performance staff reshuffle

Matt White has been the recognisable face of the performance staff of the GreenEDGE cycling team over the years under its various guises. In some shock news from the Team Jayco AlUla camp however, the 51-year-old Aussie ex-pro is departing with immediate effect.

"GreenEDGE Cycling announces a restructuring of the Performance Group which will see Matthew White step aside from the organisation with immediate effect, marking the close of an extraordinary chapter in the team’s history," reads an official press release posted to the team's website. "White, a longstanding member of the team, has been a central figure in GreenEDGE’s growth and identity since its inception. His passion, leadership, and tactical insight have led to unforgettable successes — Grand Tour stage victories, major one-day race wins, and the continued development of the team’s high-performance programs."

"White, who was more recently appointed the role of Director of High Performance & Racing, has inspired and mentored a new generation of staff and riders over the past decade," continues the announcement. "As the team looks toward the future, a restructuring will position GreenEDGE Cycling to meet new challenges and seize fresh opportunities."

As mentioned, White has been the face of the performance staff at the current Team Jayco AlUla ever since he arrived back 2011. As such, team owner Gerry Ryan is keen to pay tribute to White as he moves on after more than a decade. “Matt has been part of our dream from the very beginning, guiding our athletes through some of their greatest moments and helping build a team culture rooted in true values," he says. "While it’s time for change, Matt will always remain part of the GreenEDGE family.”

“Matt has been more than a Sport Director — he’s been a mentor, a leader, and a friend to many," adds General Manager Brent Copeland. "His tireless dedication and commitment to our riders has left a profound mark on this team. We are sincerely grateful and wish him every success in the next chapter of his career.”