Jai Hindley extends with Red Bull Bora Hansgrohe
The Australian: "For me it's like a family."


The Australian: "For me it's like a family."

Jai Hindley and Red Bull Bora Hansgrohe continue their journey together. Just days before the start of the Tour de France , the Australian has signed a long-term contract extension with the German team, expressing his satisfaction: “I'm delighted and grateful to have extended my contract and to continue my journey with Red Bull Bora Hansgrohe,” said Hindley. “I love working with everyone on the team; it's like a second family to me. I have high personal ambitions, as does the team, and I believe this is the right environment for us to continue growing and progressing. Thank you to the entire team for your continued trust.”
Hindley will continue to play a central role in the team's Grand Tour ambitions in the years to come. His importance extends far beyond his road results. Over the years, the Australian has become one of the team's key figures and a key mentor for emerging talents like Giulio Pellizzari and Luke Tuckwell .
“Jai has been one of the world’s best Grand Tour riders for many years,” said Zak Dempster , Head of Sports at Red Bull – Bora Hansgrohe. “What makes him so valuable to us goes beyond his results: he sets an important example for the entire team, especially for the next generation of Grand Tour riders. The fact that he has decided to commit his future to our team is a strong statement.
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