Slovenian cyclist Primoz Roglic has publicly confirmed that his forthcoming season will mark the end of his time with Jumbo-Visma. The news comes after a remarkable run with the team that included Grand Tours and a reputation for hard, precise tempo racing. In a candid pre-race interview, Roglic stated that he would be leaving the squad, though he emphasized that the complete details would be shared after the current racing commitments are finished. The rider explained that his focus remains on the immediate events, with conversations about the next steps to come in due course (as reported by Team communications and Roglic’s social updates).
Following a long and productive partnership, Jumbo-Visma issued a formal message confirming that Roglic would pursue his goals with new opportunities in the future. The team highlighted that the decision allows him to concentrate on upcoming races in Italy while assessing fitting next moves. The announcement underscored the mutual respect and the shared sense of purpose as Roglic plans to continue competing at the highest level in different colours and environments (statement from Jumbo-Visma and Roglic’s public posts).
The departure news, initially shared via Roglic’s social media presence on X, echoed the team’s later confirmation. It painted a picture of a fruitful period together and a strategic pivot that would enable Roglic to chase new ambitions beyond the long and storied relationship with Jumbo-Visma. The focus was placed on the forthcoming Italian races, signaling that the next chapters would be shaped by the rider’s performance and broader career goals (official team communication and Roglic’s post).
Win the Giro dell’Emilia
In a dramatic turn of events this Saturday, Roglic asserted his form by winning the 106th Giro dell’Emilia, a demanding 204.1-kilometer course that stretched from Carpi to San Luca. The victory solidified his standing as a formidable one-day racer and added another prestigious result to a season already marked by tactical brilliance and resolute sprinting power. The final miles saw Roglic break clear from a select group of competitors and cross the line with a surge that left rivals, including his fellow Slovenian, Tadej Pogacar, chasing in vain behind him (race results and official broadcaster notes).
Entering the last kilometer, Roglic found himself in a six-man group and unleashed an attack with around 200 meters to go. The move was well-timed, catching the other contenders by surprise and creating a gap that Pogacar and the rest could not bridge. Among the field were notable riders such as Adam Yates, who finished among the leaders, and other seasoned favorites like Enric Mas and Richard Carapaz, each eyeing a podium and valuable UCI points. The atmosphere at the finish was tense, with multiple attacks in the lead-up kilometers, as the contenders jockeyed for position and tried to forecast the decisive moment that would determine the podium (race analysis and post-race comments).
A larger early break had formed earlier in the day, with riders from Spain and other nations contributing to a dynamic, evolving race pattern. At one stage, a group of eight, including several Spaniards, built a significant advantage before the peloton reeled them in as the finish drew nearer. Earlier efforts to split the field had reshaped the dynamics, with Italians like Christian Scaroni and Mattia Bais experiencing late setbacks as the race tightened in the final kilometers. The ebb and flow of attacks and counterattacks highlighted the tactical complexity of the Giro dell’Emilia and the racers’ willingness to gamble for the decisive grin of victory (race-day notes and summaries).
With this win, Roglic added his third triumph at Giro dell’Emilia, a feat he had previously accomplished in 2019 and again in 2021. The victory reinforced Roglic’s reputation as a consummate one-day racer who can time his effort perfectly and deliver when it matters most. It also marked a historic milestone for the rider, who outpaced Pogacar and the field to clinch a signature result that showcased his ability to convert form into a winning move on a challenging course. The win today sits alongside a career full of high-pressure performances and stands as a reminder of Roglic’s impact on the sport (race history and post-race summaries).