UCI Mountainbike Racingteam signsSwedish World Champion Edvin Lindh

Edvin Lindh’s world championship title underlines the sporting level and international direction of the UCI Mountainbike Racingteam. Long-term partnerships, an international focus, and sustainable athlete development are at the core of the team’s philosophy. With Lindh, the Racingteam adds a world-class athlete whose career path and competitive mindset align closely with this approach.

For Lindh, the move represents a deliberate step in an international career shaped by consistency, progression, and long-term ambition. After several seasons at the top of his discipline, the Swedish rider now joins a professional structure designed to support performance development across multiple years.

Contract signed before the title - the rainbow jersey as as confirmation
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That Edvin Lindh claimed the world championship title shortly after signing his contract highlights the strategic assessment behind the decision. The iconic rainbow jersey was not the trigger for the agreement, but a confirmation of a process that had already been underway. Both athlete and team had engaged in detailed discussions about expectations, development, and long-term goals prior to finalising the contract. 


“Edvin Lindh is an exceptionally talented athlete with outstanding physical abilities. Signing him was an important step in keeping the Mountainbike Racingteam young, competitive and future-oriented in the long term. In addition, the Scandinavian market aligns perfectly with the team’s sustainable values as well as with our partners, such as Explorer Hotels,” explains team principal Steffen Thum. 
The 25-year-old Lindh has already joined his new team for training camps in the Middle East, followed by preparation blocks in the Canary Islands. These initial camps focus not only on physical preparation but also on building routines and shared standards within the Racingteam environment. Later this month, the direction will change, as his teammates travel to Sweden for a training camp under distinctly different conditions. “Temperatures below -15c, meters of snow, and a very simple environment are part of everyday life for many athletes,” says team captain Steffen Thum. “Experiencing these conditions together strengthens understanding and cohesion. In the end, success comes from optimising yourself and your environment as a team.

International profile & sustainable development
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For years, the UCI Mountainbike Racingteam has followed a clear philosophy: identifying talent early, developing it purposefully, and committing to athletes over the long term. The signing of Lindh is another example of this sustainable approach within international cycling and reflects the team’s ambition to remain competitive across disciplines and generations.The Swedish world champion himself looks toward the next stage of his career with confidence and motivation. “There are not many Swedish professional cyclists,” says Lindh. “I’m proud to be one of them. Joining an international professional team takes everything to a new level. In this global environment, I want to represent my country with pride and contribute to the team’s success over time.” While Lindh’s statement highlights the limited number of Swedish professionals, Sweden has produced athletes of exceptional quality in international cycling. This includes world champions, Grand Tour winners, and Olympic champions, underlining the high standards and global impact of Swedish riders. Winning the world championship title shortly after signing symbolises the sporting ambition of the UCI Mountainbike Racingteam: Success is not a coincidence, but the result of analysis, experience, courageous decisions and long-term commitments. With Edvin Lindh, the Racingteam strengthens its international presence while continuing its performance-driven and sustainable approach on and off the race course.