The Bahrain Victorious will ride with Bianchi in 2026

Bianchi has confirmed a new and ambitious chapter in its trajectory within professional cycling with the signing of a multi-year sponsorship agreement with Team Bahrain Victorious, which will take effect from the 2026 season. The Italian brand thus secures a top-level sports project following the disappearance of the Arkea team.

Bianchi and Bahrain Victorious Announce a Historic Alliance Starting in 2026

According to the firm itself, this collaboration is built on a fully connected ecosystem between riders and product, based on data, constant feedback, and an unequivocal goal: to maximize performance in all racing scenarios. The clear ambition is to compete for victories in the most prestigious races on the UCI calendar.

Bahrain Victorious, which has established names and young talents like Lenny Martinez, Antonio Tiberi, Matej Mohori?, and the promising Jakob Omrzel in its roster, will have the entire Reparto Corse range. This includes the Oltre, the brand's maximum aerodynamic expression, the new ultra-light Specialissima, the Aquila for time trials, and the Impulso, which brings Bianchi's competitive DNA to gravel.

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The alliance also focuses on the artisanal identity of the brand. Bianchi emphasizes that this project combines the adrenaline of competition with the boutique manufacturing of Officina Edoardo Bianchi, where each bicycle is assembled by hand. Furthermore, the brand announces that the collaboration will lead to exclusive initiatives, events, and experiences designed for cyclists around the world under the idea that “Bianchi is the home of all cyclists.”

In the words of Bianchi's CEO, Alberto Cavaggioni, the arrival at Bahrain Victorious represents a decisive step: “We are extremely proud to become their new partner. We share values such as heritage, innovation, and the ambition to win. Bianchi has always been a protagonist in this sport, and we are ready to write a new chapter with all the energy and passion of our team.” Cavaggioni also thanked the company's president, Salvatore Grimaldi, for his support in driving this project forward.

For his part, Milan Er?en, Managing Director of Bahrain Victorious, highlighted the immediate rapport between both parties: “From the first meeting, it was clear that we shared spirit and goals. We saw their ambition to build on a historical heritage while looking forward, working with us on advancements, development, and a modern vision of high-performance cycling.” Er?en assures that the collaboration will allow for “innovation, creating new iconic moments, and building the future on the enormous tradition of Bianchi.”

The first commercial realization of this alliance already has a date. In 2026, the Oltre RC Team Bahrain Victorious will be launched on the market in an official replica version.