The Bahrain Victorious Team announces the signing of twenty-two-year-old Belgian rider Alec Segaert. Appreciated for his excellent performances in time trials and one-day races, Segaert will strengthen the team dedicated to classics, while simultaneously playing a fundamental role in supporting general classification contenders in stage races.

Segaert's 2024 season saw a beautiful victory in the individual time trial at the Renewi Tour, where he also secured a notable second place in the general classification. He excels on diverse terrains and will be a valuable resource for the team's ambitions in both one-day and stage races.

"Alec is a young rider with enormous potential, and we believe he will play an important role for us in both classics and supporting our general classification ambitions," said CEO Milan Eržen. "He has the talent, mentality, and work ethic that we appreciate at Bahrain Victorious, and we can't wait to help him continue growing at the highest levels."

Speaking about his transfer, Alec Segaert stated: "The Bahrain Victorious Team is the ideal next step for my personal growth as a World Tour rider. The team is professional and ambitious. So am I, and I hope this transfer will help me achieve new goals in my career. I am convinced that I will fit well into the Classics team and will be a valuable resource for general classification riders in stage races."