Tom Pidcock has made a significant move in his cycling
career, leaving INEOS Grenadiers over the winter to join the Swiss-based Q36.5
Pro Cycling team. The 24-year-old will make his debut for his new team at the AlUla
Tour, which runs from 28th January to 1st February, according to CyclingWeekly.
This marks a departure from his usual season start in Europe at the Volta ao
Algarve, as he ventures into the Middle East to begin this new chapter.
Pidcock's exit from INEOS follows a period of disagreements
and turbulence within the team. Despite his remarkable talent, the Yorkshireman
has struggled to consistently progress since his stunning stage win at the Tour
de France in 2022. After months of speculation about his future, the two-time
Olympic mountain bike champion and INEOS Grenadiers reached a mutual agreement
to terminate his contract, which was originally set to run until the end of
2027.
Now with Q36.5 Pro Cycling, Pidcock is looking to unlock his
full potential. When announcing his move to the team, he expressed optimism
about the opportunity to be part of an ambitious and growing project.
“This isn’t just a change of jersey; it’s the start of
something special,” Pidcock said in a press release. “The chance to work with a
team that’s growing, with incredible partners and brands, is something that
motivates me. I can’t wait to see what we’ll achieve together.”
Fin MajorCycling Journalist
Fin Major is a UK-based writer at CyclingUpToDate and has been part of the team since 2024. He is the site’s main writer for FAQs and evergreen explainers and has written around 2,000 pieces for the platform. Alongside this work, he focuses on in-depth analysis and covers the biggest races on the calendar, including the Tour de France, the Giro d’Italia, and La Vuelta a España, providing clear context around performance trends, tactics, and key storylines.
In his reporting, Fin uses reputable data sources such as ProCyclingStats for results, statistics, and historical context. He places strong emphasis on careful sourcing, editorial accuracy, and updating articles promptly when new, verified information becomes available. Outside of writing, Fin is an active cyclist, which supports his practical understanding of the sport and its demands.
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