Aleix Espargaro, MotoGP rider who has just completed his last season in the category, is bouncing back quickly! And surprisingly by joining the American Lidl-Trek team as an ambassador. After bowing out at the top of motorcycle racing, the 35-year-old Catalan, winner of three Grands Prix and holder of 11 podiums in 255 races, is beginning a new adventure. Passionate about cycling since his convalescence, Espargaro has chosen to explore this universe with a unique approach.
Espargaro ambassador of a cycling team
Lidl-Trek has announced that Espargaro will participate in major events on the cycling calendar, aiming to promote the sport to a wider audience. Enthusiastic, the Spaniard declared: “I am delighted to join this family and learn alongside the best riders. » Although some imagined that he would attempt a reconversion to competition thanks to the Lidl-Trek development team, Espargaro's role focuses on supporting young talents. He will put his experience of elite sport to good use, despite his roots in a motorized world.
Living in Andorra, Espargaro regularly meets professional cyclists and shares his passion on the winding roads of the principality. This new role allows him to combine his passion for cycling and his expertise in high-level performance, while inspiring fans and future cycling stars.
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Surprising news for Aleix Espargaro, the now ex-Moto GP rider who has just retired from the discipline. Indeed, the Spanish rider will now take on the role of ambassador in a renowned cycling team.
