Biography
One of the finest Basque riders this side of the century, Mikel joined the team ahead of 2024 ready to take on a new challenge at the age of 34. A top three finisher at the Giro d’Italia on two occasions (2015 & 2022), he has built a solid palmares over the years since turning pro in 2011, and continued to enhance it as part of the Wolfpack. Hailing from Murgia, a small town in the Alava province, Landa brought to the team not just his strong climbing skills, but also an invaluable experience gained over the countless Grand Tours he rode in the last decade, showing this on numerous occasions. One of the peloton’s most magnetic figures – who looks forward to the challenges and goals lying ahead – Landa is prepared to take on his 17th pro season.
“It’s true that I turned 36 last December, but I still feel great and confident, as I know that I am capable of delivering some good results. I’ve had my share of up and downs last year, but the team continued to believe in me,and I’m glad I will continue to ride in these colours. I have a lot of motivation to give my best again and help the Wolfpack whenever and wherever they will need me.”
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