"For years, I've admired their pioneering role within women's cycling, providing the same level of support as their men's team; something that has inspired me deeply," said Markus in the Lidl-Trek announcement. "I've always been drawn to well-organized teams, and Lidl-Trek is renowned for just that. Plus, the atmosphere among the riders and staff looks fantastic, and I can't wait to be a part of it."
"I have big goals for the upcoming seasons, particularly targeting GC in stage races and excelling in time trials," said Markus. "The European and World TT Championships are major objectives for me, as well as tackling the Tour de France, the Vuelta a España, and the hilly classics like Strade Bianche and Liège-Bastogne-Liège, which suit my strengths perfectly."
Riejanne provides another GC and time trial bow for the team, which this year won the Giro d'Italia Women with Elisa Longo Borghini, who was also on the podium of La Vuelta Femenina with Markus, though the Italian is expected to leave the squad in 2025.
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