Olympic Champion Richard Carapaz Signs Three-Year Deal with NSN for 2027
NSN has signed Olympic champion Richard Carapaz on a three-year deal starting in 2027. The Ecuadorian climber brings Grand Tour pedigree and major stage wins to the squad.
A Historic Signing for NSN
In a landmark announcement for the cycling world, the NSN team confirmed the signing of Richard Carapaz, one of the finest climbers of his generation, on a three-year contract starting in the 2027 season. The 33-year-old Ecuadorian boasts an extraordinary palmares, including 26 professional victories, a historic triumph at the 2019 Giro d'Italia, an Olympic road race gold medal at the Tokyo Games, and podium finishes across all three Grand Tours.
Proven Grand Tour Pedigree
Carapaz proved he remains at the absolute pinnacle of the sport during the 2026 season. He claimed two stage victories at the Tour de France, secured the prestigious King of the Mountains classification, and finished on the podium at the Clásica de San Sebastián. His arrival serves as a clear statement of intent from NSN as the squad builds a formidable roster capable of challenging for top honors at the world's biggest races.
This is a monumental signing and a crucial milestone in our team's development. Richard is a proven champion whose character and determination set him apart, said team CEO Kjell Carlström.
Ambitions for 2027 and Beyond
Expressing his enthusiasm for the new chapter, Richard Carapaz stated that the project shares his hunger for success. Carapaz highlights a recruitment wave that also features climbers Santiago Buitrago, Lennert Van Eetvelt, Kasper Asgreen, Artem Shmidt, and Cedric Beullens, cementing NSN as a rising powerhouse in professional cycling.
