Ben O'Connor is set to debut with Jayco AlUla at the Volta a la Comunitat Valenciana, which features 34.3km team time trial and mountain stages. O'Connor is joined by competitive teammates, hoping to secure his first major result of the season. He expressed pride in joining the esteemed GreenEdge family and emphasized the significance of this race for his new team. His past performances, including podium finishes at various prestigious events, have positioned him as a strong contender in this upcoming race, especially against talented rivals.
"Since I started my professional career, I always knew that, sooner or later, I would be part of the GreenEdge family. For us Australian riders, Team Jayco AlUla remains the reference team and I am very proud to be here."
"It will be my first time at the Volta Comunitat Valenciana but above all, it's my first race with my new team."
"My goal is to give my best and get the first big result of the season. We have a very competitive team, which can do well at the TTT and then it will be up to me to be strong on the many climbs of the Spanish race."
"O'Connor was one of the best stage race riders of 2024, finishing second at the UAE Tour, fourth at the Giro d'Italia and then second at the Vuelta a España after spending two weeks in the leader's jersey."
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