Aike Visbeek appointed Head of Racing for Unibet Rose Rockets

Unibet Rose Rockets has appointed Aike Visbeek as the new Head of Racing, effective January 1, 2027. Visbeek, a veteran with extensive experience in international professional cycling, will oversee sporting strategy, including race programs, rider selections, and coordination between team directors and performance staff.

Visbeek previously held significant roles at Giant-Shimano, Team Sunweb, SEG Racing Academy, and Intermarché-Wanty. During his tenure at Sunweb, he contributed to the team's growth into a successful WorldTour formation, notably during Tom Dumoulin's 2017 Giro d'Italia victory. Most recently, as Performance Manager at Intermarché-Wanty, he supported the team through successful campaigns including stage wins and the green jersey in the 2024 Tour de France.

Team leader Bas Tietema stated that hiring an expert of Visbeek's reputation reflects the organization's progress and its long-term ambition to participate in the Tour de France.