Lotto-Intermarché, a professional cycling team competing in the top-tier WorldTour, has moved 18-year-old Italian cyclist Brandon Fedrizzi up to the professional level, ahead of the originally planned timeline. Fedrizzi, who signed with the team in 2025, was expected to join the professional ranks in 2029, but will now transition to the highest level of cycling starting in 2027. His impressive performances with the junior team Borgo Molino Vigna Fiorita have established him as one of the most promising sprinters of his generation, with several notable victories to his name. Fedrizzi shared his excitement about the promotion, calling it a significant sign of trust from the team. "I know I still have a lot to learn and I don't want to skip any stages, but I am really looking forward to continuing my development within this team and seizing every opportunity to become a better rider," he said. Jean-François Bourlart, the team's general manager, explained that the decision to advance Fedrizzi's career came after seeing his recent performances. "When we signed Brandon in 2025, we were obviously already convinced of his potential. The last few months have only strengthened this conviction. That is why we have decided to adjust the initially planned path and allow him to become a professional starting next season," Bourlart said. He emphasized that the move is not about skipping stages in Fedrizzi's development but rather a sign of trust in his abilities. Bourlart added that investing in young talent and offering them a clear path is a key part of the team's identity. "Brandon still has a long way to go and we will give him all the time he needs, but we are very happy to be able to walk this path with him," he said, highlighting the team's commitment to nurturing young riders like Fedrizzi.