Wout van Aert extends Jumbo-Visma deal to 2026 ahead of World Championships road race

Wout van Aert has extended his deal at Jumbo-Visma by two years to 2026. The undisputed all-rounder of the peloton has had another terrific season and lit up the Tour de France in July with a string of devastating attacks – helping deliver six stage wins for his team, taking three for himself and securing the green jersey. Ad He also played a starring role in the mountains as team-mate Jonas Vingegaard dethroned Tadej Pogacar for the yellow jersey.

World ChampionshipsPogacar: Dropping Van Aert or Van der Poel in road race will be 'impossible'25 MINUTES AGO «I feel very good with this team. We have already shown that I can perform at my best here,” Van Aert said. “That is also thanks to the facilities I get there.

It surprised me the team wanted to negotiate my contract again, but it's a nice recognition. We quickly agreed. “I don't think a longer partnership poses any risks because we've been able to get better for the past four years.

“One of the team's slogans is 'better every day', which is not coming out of thin air. We keep improving in performance, the team's facilities, everything. “Because of this, I'm confident I won't have to worry about being on this squad for the next four years.

We constantly strive for the best, which made the decision simple. “I give the team that assurance, and it gives me the peace of mind I need to succeed in the upcoming years.» Van Aert will chase an elusive gold medal at the World Championships in the men’s road race on Sunday. He has finished runner-up on three occasions at the event, although he boasts three world cyclo-cross titles.