# UAE Team Emirates cycling roster changes

> Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/uae-team-emirates-cycling-roster-changes
> Updated: 2026-08-17T17:20:39.000Z. Sources: 13. Developments: 2.

The UAE Team Emirates cycling roster is undergoing changes. Belgian road race champion Rune Herregodts confirmed his departure from the team following his national title win, stating he seeks a new environment to pursue personal ambitions. While he had not signed with a new team at the time of his announcement, interest was noted from several WorldTour teams.

In subsequent roster developments, Italian cyclist Marco Frigo signed a two-year contract with UAE Team Emirates-XRG. Joining from the NSN Cycling Team, Frigo is scheduled to begin his tenure in the 2027 season and will remain through the end of 2028. He is expected to support team leader Tadej Pogačar while also pursuing individual opportunities in classics and breakaways.

## Timeline

### 2026-08-17: Marco Frigo signs with UAE Team Emirates-XRG through 2028

Italian cyclists Marco Frigo and Letizia Paternoster have announced major team transfers, with Frigo joining UAE Team Emirates-XRG in 2027 and Paternoster moving to Human Powered Health through 2028.

13 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/letizia-paternoster-signs-with-human-powered-health-through-2028

### 2026-07-30: Belgian champion Rune Herregodts to leave UAE Team Emirates

Belgian road champion Rune Herregodts announced he will leave UAE Team Emirates after his 2024 national title, seeking a new team with interest from several squads.

3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/belgian-champion-rune-herregodts-to-leave-uae-team-emirates

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