"Red Bull-Bora-hansgrohe's sports director departs, signaling a change, and potentially paving the way for Remco Evenepoel's transfer"
Red Bull-Bora-hansgrohe Bids Farewell to Rolf Aldag as Remco Evenepoel Joins for 2026
Rolf Aldag, the lead sports director of Red Bull-Bora-hansgrohe, has departed from the team, marking the end of an era defined by determination and a deep passion for cycling. The departure, announced in a press release on Tuesday afternoon, comes two days after Red Bull's biggest result at the Tour de France yet.
Aldag's time at Red Bull-Bora-hansgrohe was deeply formative, both personally and professionally. He played a significant role in guiding Primoz Roglic to the Vuelta a España victory last year and Jai Hindley's Giro d'Italia title in 2022. His work with the team, which he joined ahead of the 2022 season, was celebrated in the press release.
The team and Aldag have jointly decided to bring in fresh impetus and take a new direction, as they have achieved their objectives. According to the press release, Aldag stated that they have reached the goals they set four years ago, and now is the right time for both parties to pursue new challenges.
The team looks back on the years with Aldag with great respect and gratitude. His departure comes as the team is enjoying success, with Red Bull finishing third through Florian Lipowitz and taking home the white jersey at the recent Tour de France.
Regarding Aldag's departure, there is no direct confirmation or report that it is linked to the arrival of Remco Evenepoel, who is set to join Red Bull-Bora-hansgrohe starting with the 2026 season after leaving Soudal Quick-Step at the end of the 2025 season. Evenepoel's transfer and staff reshuffle are confirmed, but Aldag's departure is not documented or publicly linked to Evenepoel’s arrival.
Red Bull team CEO, Ralph Denk, expressed gratitude for Aldag's dedication and impact on the team, both athletically and structurally. "Rolf has been a crucial part of our success, and we are grateful for his contributions," Denk said in the press release.
As Red Bull-Bora-hansgrohe moves forward, they will be looking to build on the foundation laid by Aldag and continue their success in the world of cycling.
[1] Evenepoel to Red Bull-Bora-hansgrohe for 2026
[2] Red Bull-Bora-hansgrohe staff changes linked to Evenepoel's move
[3] Red Bull-Bora-hansgrohe Confirm Remco Evenepoel's 2026 Arrival
[4] Rolf Aldag Leaves Red Bull-Bora-hansgrohe
[5] Rolf Aldag Departs Red Bull-Bora-hansgrohe
[1] Despite the recent departure of Rolf Aldag, Red Bull-Bora-hansgrohe is planning for the future, with Remco Evenepoel set to join the team in 2026.
[2] The staff changes at Red Bull-Bora-hansgrohe, including Rolf Aldag's departure, may be linked to the anticipated arrival of Remco Evenepoel in the 2026 season.
