German powerhouse ready to bolster Lidl-Trek in the sprints
Lidl-Trek is pleased to announce that German fast-man Max Walscheid has signed a three-year contract with the Team. The deal will see the 32-year-old wear Lidl-Trek’s red-blue-yellow through 2028.
Walscheid enters his tenth season at WorldTour level, during which he has amassed 13 professional victories across China, Malaysia, and Europe. Standing at 1.99 meters, the German sprinter brings a commanding physical presence to Lidl-Trek. Renowned for his raw power and speed, he will be a valuable asset in both sprint leadouts and the cobbled classics.
Beyond the bike, Walscheid has also pursued studies in medicine, using the COVID-induced racing pause to resume classes online. While he hasn’t discounted a medical career in his future, his current focus is on racing and helping Lidl-Trek achieve success at the very highest level.
This no-compromise attitude fits perfectly to my desire to optimize all aspects of my performance, and it brings out the best in everyone. I'm ready to contribute to writing Lidl-Trek’s winning story!
“I had a great time at Team Jayco-AlUla in the last two years,” said Max Walscheid. “I was lucky to meet and work with great people and of course to race successfully. Given the chance to ride for Lidl-Trek, one of the absolute top-tier WorldTeams, I didn’t hesitate for a moment. Lidl-Trek is ideally set up for classics and sprints — I’m ready to help Mads Pedersen and lead out Jonathan Milan, while also seeking my own chances when they arise. And I’m extremely motivated to give my all at Grand Tours, because we will have so many different ways to succeed.
“I have seen the Team’s scientific approach, whether in sprint train development, the excellent material, or the team behind the team. This no-compromise attitude fits perfectly to my desire to optimize all aspects of my performance, and it brings out the best in everyone. I’m ready to contribute to writing Lidl-Trek’s winning story!”
“Max is a strong engine and an experienced rider who can make a real difference in many situations,” said Luca Guercilena, Lidl-Trek General Manager. “He brings both power and race intelligence, whether fitting into the sprint train, contributing in the cobbled classics, or reading a race in the hectic finals. Max is highly motivated to help our leaders succeed, and he can also win himself when the chance arises. We’re very pleased to welcome him to the Team.”
