Team Jayco AlUla have added experience to their ranks with the addition of former Belgian national champion Dries De Bondt on a two-year deal from 2026.
The man from Bornem will be the first Belgian rider in nine years to race for the GreenEDGE Cycling men’s setup, and the 34-year-old brings with him a wealth of knowledge after almost a decade of racing in the pro ranks.
During that time De Bondt has worn the famous Belgian tricolour jersey, claimed an impressive stage win at the Giro d’Italia and taken a host of one-day victories. As well as being a contender in the tough one-day classics throughout the season, the Flandrien will add depth to the squad as a valuable team player and proven loyal domestique in the gruelling Grand Tours.
Dries De Bondt:
“I’ve always seen this team as one of the most outstanding and inspiring teams in the WorldTour — a team that rides with heart, ambition, and a clear identity. That’s why I’m incredibly proud and excited to be joining them. From next season, I’ll be wearing the beautiful Team Jayco AlUla jersey with pride, ready to give my all and attack the Classics with full commitment and determination.
It’s a true honour to be part of this team and I hope to enjoy the journey for the next two years. I can’t wait to grow alongside this team and create our successes in the future together.”
Brent Copeland (General Manager):
“We’re happy to welcome Dries to the team for the next two years. He brings with him a lot of experience after a long and successful career, and his knowledge and racing style will be a great, invaluable addition to the squad.
We see him fitting in with the Classics group, but he has also proven himself in Grand Tours in the past, taking a victory at the Giro and also working tirelessly as an important teammate. He’s an aggressive and clever rider who can read a race well and consistently make it into breakaways.”
Dries De Bondt
New Contract: 2026 & 2027
Nationality: Belgian
Age: 34
Key results:
1st Giro d’Italia, stage 18 (2022)
1st Belgian Road Race Championships (2020)
1st Antwerp Port Epic (2023)
1st Halle Ingooigem (2016, 2019)
1st Memorial Rik Van Steenbergen (2019)
Photo: Sprint Cycling
