Terengganu Cycling Team Unveils New Riders for 2025 Season
The Terengganu Cycling Team (TSG), Asia’s number-one cycling team, has announced five new riders as they prepare for a more demanding 2025 season. The team’s chief executive officer, Che Ku Mohd Izmuddin Che Ku Mahmood, revealed that the additions include four international riders and one local talent promoted from the TSG Cycling Academy (Malaysia).
New International Riders
The international recruits are Adne Willemjan Van Engelen (Netherlands), Vadin Denisovich Pronskiy (Kazakhstan), Mathias Bjorn Bregnhoj (Denmark), and Stefan Jaco De Bod (South Africa).
Local Addition
The sole local addition, Muhammad Haizam Mohd Sabri, joins the senior team as a replacement for Irwandie Lakasek.
Retained Riders
Meanwhile, the team has retained international riders Metkel Eyob (Eritrea), Anatolii Budiak (Ukraine), and Aiman Cahyadi (Indonesia).
Local Riders
The local riders are Wan Abdul Rahman Hamdan, Mohamad Nur Aiman Mohd Zariff, Zuladri Amin Zulkurnain, Muhammad Shahmir Aiman Abd Halim, Kee Zhe Yie, Muhammad Nur Aiman Rosli, Muhammad Haizam Mohd Sabri, Mohd Harrif Salleh, and team captain Nur Amirull Fakhruddin Mazuki.
2024 Season Highlights
The Kuala Terengganu-based team ended the 2024 season on a triumphant note, clinching the title of Asia’s top cycling team for the fourth consecutive year, since 2021. Under the guidance of coach Mohd Saiful Anuar Aziz, TSG also claimed the title of Best Continental Team for the third time, outperforming 178 other clubs.
2024 Season Achievements
TSG secured 53 podium finishes from 39 UCI (Union Cycliste Internationale) races last season. The team also set a new milestone in the European Tour series with international rider Merhawi Kudus achieving a remarkable second-place finish at the UCI 2. Pro Presidential Cycling Tour of Turkiye.
Sponsorships
Che Ku Mohd Izham also announced that TSG has secured RM9.5 million in sponsorships, comprising cash, goods, and services from 22 companies for the 2025 season.
Conclusion
The Terengganu Cycling Team is gearing up for a challenging 2025 season with a strong lineup of riders and a significant boost in sponsorships. With their impressive track record and commitment to excellence, the team is poised to continue their dominance in the cycling world.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Who are the new international riders joining the Terengganu Cycling Team?
A: The new international riders are Adne Willemjan Van Engelen (Netherlands), Vadin Denisovich Pronskiy (Kazakhstan), Mathias Bjorn Bregnhoj (Denmark), and Stefan Jaco De Bod (South Africa).
Q: Who is the local addition to the team?
A: The local addition is Muhammad Haizam Mohd Sabri, who joins the senior team as a replacement for Irwandie Lakasek.
Q: What are the team’s achievements in the 2024 season?
A: The team clinched the title of Asia’s top cycling team for the fourth consecutive year, since 2021, and claimed the title of Best Continental Team for the third time, outperforming 178 other clubs.