Cyclist moves to new team

Austrian cyclist Alexander Hajek has signed with the Italian ProTeam Bardiani-CSF 7 Saber for the 2027 season, according to a report. Hajek, 23, will leave his current team, Red Bull-BORA-hansgrohe, after representing it for three seasons.

Hajek's cycling strengths

Hajek is described as a climber capable of excelling in short and steep ascents, which is expected to strengthen Bardiani-CSF 7 Saber in demanding routes and stage races. His climbing ability is a key asset in mountainous stages of multi-day races.

Recent race achievements

Hajek won the Austrian national road championship in 2024 and achieved notable finishes in other races that year, including seventh in the general classification of the Tour of Turkey, tenth in the Coppa Sabatini, and fourteenth in the Tour of Guangxi.

Performance in 2025

In 2025, he finished fourth in the Tour of Hungary, eighth in the Czech Tour, tenth in the CRO Race, and tenth in the Trofeo Matteotti. However, 2026 was a difficult season for Hajek, with no major results.

Gratitude and future goals

Hajek expressed gratitude to his current team for believing in him and providing this opportunity. He aims to be more competitive in higher-level races and achieve new victories.

Team additions

His joining adds to Bardiani-CSF 7 Saber's roster, which has already recruited Davide de Cassan, Juan David Sierra, and Simone Raccani. The team is building a competitive lineup for the upcoming season.