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Giulio Ciccone joins forces with Tom Pidcock at Pinarello-Q36.5 in 2027 after early exit from Lidl-Trek

Giulio Ciccone has ended his tenure with Lidl-Trek ahead of schedule and finalized a three-year contract to join Pinarello-Q36.5 starting in 2027. The Italian climber expressed enthusiasm for partnering with Tom Pidcock and appreciated the personal environment offered by his new squad.

On the racing front, Ciccone recently secured a podium finish at Il Lombardia over the weekend, arriving at the finish line alongside future teammate Pidcock and behind winner Paul Seixas. The upcoming transfer marks an exciting chapter for the 31-year-old as the ProTeam continues bolstering its roster for future Grand Tour campaigns.

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