Sjoerd Bax announced for UAE Team Emirates

UAE Team Emirates continue to strengthen their squad for the future with the signing of Sjoerd Bax who will join the team starting from 2023 for two seasons.

The 26-year old from Gorinchem comes across from Deceuninck-Alpecin having had a breakthrough season claiming his first professional victory last month at the Coppa Agostoni.

Bax becomes the first Dutchman to join the Emirati squad and will link-up with his new teammates this week at the forthcoming team camp planned in the UAE.

 
Sjoerd Bax: “I’m of course very happy to join UAE Team Emirates and curious how much I can improve with the support from one of the best teams in the world and riding alongside the best teammates.”

Mauro Gianetti (Team Principal & CEO) : “Bax has shown a steady progression over the past years with a particularly good 2022 campaign behind him, and we hope he can continue to show more of what he has to offer with us over the coming seasons.”