Last week brought a surprising update: Premier-Tech will withdraw from the Israel Premier-Tech cycling team in 2026, leaving the team currently without a name or sponsor. However, the team has no doubts about its continuation, Daniel Benson reports.
Benson obtained an internal email in which manager Kjell Carlström addresses the situation. Carlström mentions being surprised by Premier-Tech's withdrawal. "This announcement was not made in consultation with the team. That is why we could not inform you beforehand."
"At this moment, we are having many discussions with potential partners and sponsors, so we expect to provide you with an update soon. Although the news of Premier-Tech pulling out is disappointing, we will keep working hard. Nothing will change in our preparation for 2026."
"We are more motivated than ever to race again, and I look forward to seeing you at the first training camp in two weeks," Carlström concludes.
