Giulio Ciccone joins Pinarello - Q36.5 on three-year deal

Giulio Ciccone has officially signed a three-year deal with the Pinarello - Q36.5 Pro Cycling Team, starting in 2027. The Italian climber departs Lidl-Trek after eight years following a mutual agreement to terminate his remaining contract.

Ciccone will join teammate Tom Pidcock at the Swiss-based team. Team manager Doug Ryder praised Ciccone’s character and racing instinct, noting that the rider’s arrival is a significant step for the squad. Ciccone expressed excitement about the move, citing a desire for a new challenge and a strong connection to the team's human-centric environment.

Ciccone arrives with a strong recent record, including a third-place finish at Il Lombardia and podium finishes at the European Championships and GP de Québec. His career highlights include winning stages at the Giro d'Italia and the Clásica San Sebastián, as well as securing the KOM classifications at the Giro d'Italia and Volta a Catalunya.