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This is the Red Bull – BORA – hansgrohe squad taking on La Vuelta
Led by Primož Roglič, these are the eight riders who make up Red Bull – BORA – hansgrohe’s La Vuelta squad – each with a key role to play across three weeks of racing.
Red Bull – BORA – hansgrohe have revealed their eight-rider lineup for the 2026 Vuelta a España, with four-time winner Primož Roglič set to lead the team when the race gets underway on August 22.
While Roglič’s General Classification ambitions will be assessed as the race develops following his recent injury and disrupted preparations, the team will also target stage victories throughout the three weeks, with adaptability likely to prove key from the Grand Départ in Monaco to the finish in Granada on September 13.
Our main goal is to win a stage, and hopefully more than one if the opportunities are there
The team will be back in action at the 81st edition of La Vuelta
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"Our main goal is to win a stage, and hopefully more than one if the opportunities are there. Our second major objective is the GC with Primož, but we have to be realistic," said Sven Vanthourenhout, Lead Sports Director of Red Bull – BORA – hansgrohe.
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Red Bull – BORA – hansgrohe announce 2026 La Vuelta squad
Red Bull – BORA – hansgrohe announced the eight riders who will line up in Monaco, bringing together Grand Tour experience, sprint speed, climbing strength and tactical range.
- Primož Roglič
- Finn Fisher-Black
- Jordi Meeus
- Gianni Moscon
- Callum Thornley
- Luke Tuckwell
- Gianni Vermeersch
- Frederik Wandahl
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Primoz Roglič returns to familiar territory in Spain
Few riders have a relationship with La Vuelta quite like Roglič. His four overall victories put him alongside Roberto Heras as the race’s joint record holder, but after his preparations were disrupted by a recent crash, the opening stages will provide a clearer indication of what is possible this time around.
Primož Roglič is a four-time winner of La Vuelta
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I have a very good history with the Vuelta and I always enjoy racing there
“Primož's preparations have been very different from what we originally anticipated after his crash," said Vanthourenhout. “We will assess things step by step and support him to achieve the best possible GC result, but we also have to be ready to adapt if necessary.”
Roglič himself is taking a similarly measured approach as he prepares to return to a race that has brought him so much success.
“I have a very good history with the Vuelta and I always enjoy racing there,” said the 36-year-old Slovenian. "Winning it four times is already something I could never have imagined, so I don't want to put extra pressure on myself. We will take it day by day, do everything we can as a team and try to achieve the best possible outcome."
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Different routes to stage success
Jordi Meeus brings plenty of speed to the La Vuelta lineup
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While Roglič targets the GC, the versatility of the lineup gives Red Bull – BORA – hansgrohe several routes to stage success.
On the faster days, Meeus will have opportunities in the sprints while also playing his part in the wider team effort.
“Jordi will have his own opportunities in the sprints, but at the same time he will also be committed to the team effort,” said Vanthourenhout. “We want to give him chances to sprint while making sure that everything fits within the wider objectives.”
Fisher-Black offers a different threat. Returning for his third Vuelta, the New Zealander is well suited to breakaways, reduced groups and selective finales.
Finn Fisher-Black can make his mark when the race opens up
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“I feel like I’m coming into the race in good form and I’d like to target stage wins,” said Fisher-Black. “I always enjoy the Vuelta, so I’m really excited to be back.”
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Grand Tour debuts for Tuckwell and Thornley
For Luke Tuckwell and Callum Thornley, La Vuelta represents a step into new territory as both make their Grand Tour debuts.
New kid on the block – Luke Tuckwell
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My goal is to finish, learn as much as I can and be a good teammate whenever the team needs me
“There are so many unknowns with a first Grand Tour that I don't want to put a specific result on it,” said Tuckwell. “My goal is to finish, learn as much as I can and be a good teammate whenever the team needs me.”
Thornley will take a similarly developmental approach while retaining the freedom to enter breakaways when the opportunity arises. The second individual time trial could also provide a chance to play to his strengths.
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Experience completes the lineup
Gianni Vermeersch and Gianni Moscon bring valuable experience to the squad, with Vermeersch taking on a leadership role on the road and Moscon supporting Roglič, particularly on flat and technically demanding stages where positioning and control will be crucial.
Frederik Wandahl completes the eight-rider lineup and adds further tactical versatility, both in support and in breakaways.
Frederik Wandahl will be back in the saddle at La Vuelta
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“We are very happy to have Frederik in the team,” said Vanthourenhout. “He has very good tactical race intelligence, and that's something we want to use, whether that means getting into breakaways, taking opportunities or supporting the team.”
With eight riders offering different strengths, Red Bull – BORA – hansgrohe head to Monaco with a versatile squad ready to adapt to whatever the three weeks of racing throws at them, and they're planning to make the most of every opportunity along the way.