Contract renewals for Lidl-Trek core: Hanson, Spratt and Sanguineti

Lauretta Hanson, who has been with the Team since its inception in 2019, has evolved into one of the peloton’s top domestiques. Over the last six years, the Australian rider has demonstrated exceptional growth, becoming an indispensable asset to the Team. Known for her strength in the grueling northern classics, Hanson’s relentless work ethic and selfless dedication have seen her thrive across all terrains throughout the season.

Lauretta Hanson: “Extending with Lidl-Trek is an easy decision and one that I’m super happy with. I’ve been a part of this team since the beginning and it’s an environment where I feel valued, but also constantly challenged and inspired to be the best I can be. In 2019, we were a new team and everyone was growing and developing together. Now, 6 years on, we are one of the best teams in the world. I feel incredibly proud to have been a part of that journey, and excited to be continuing it into the future. I think the next couple of years will see some big changes, but I’m excited for that and ready to ride this next chapter with Lidl-Trek.”

A seasoned climber with a wealth of experience, Amanda Spratt has embraced her role as both a mentor to Lidl-Trek’s emerging GC riders and a contender in her own right. Spratty has made a significant impact over the past two seasons, not only through her leadership but also by battling at the front of the pack in key races. After two successful years racing in the iconic red, yellow, and blue of Lidl-Trek, Spratty is excited to continue her journey with the Team, helping to push its ambitious goals even further.

Amanda Spratt: “It was an easy decision to renew with Lidl-Trek and to remain part of this family for another two years. Lidl-Trek was a team that I had admired long before joining in 2023 and I continue to be constantly inspired and motivated by the people around me, especially my teammates. Lidl-Trek is going from strength to strength and I think it’s a really exciting moment for us. Personally, I am as ambitious as ever for the 2025 and 2026 seasons whether that’s racing for my own results or working for my teammates, I think we can continue to set big goals and achieve them together. The beauty of cycling is that when a teammate wins, it feels just as good as when you win yourself and this team spirit is one of my favourite things about racing, and racing for Lidl-Trek.”

Ilaria ‘Yaya’ Sanguineti has cemented her reputation as one of the top lead-out riders in the peloton, playing a pivotal role in delivering multiple victories for Elisa Balsamo, and more. Known for her ability to stay calm under pressure, Sanguineti expertly navigates the chaos of the peloton. She continues to be a driving force behind Balsamo’s success, with many more wins on the horizon.

Ilaria Sanguineti: “This reconfirmation is a great honour for me. Lidl-Trek is a dream team, a unique group, a second family for me. I am very, very happy. Our group has been renewed a lot for the future. We have several new riders coming in and, already this year, we have included a large group of young riders. Numbers in hand, I will be one of the most experienced and I want to contribute from this point of view as well. I believe, however, that the winning formula is interchange: I have several years of professionalism behind me, I’ve done a lot of apprenticeship, but that doesn’t mean you stop learning also from the new generation. I see this as an exciting challenge and prospective. However, the first goal is to redeem a 2024 that did not go as I wanted. Needless to say, I was not able to give the team everything I wanted. Now that I have recovered my health and condition, I aim to finish the season with bold performances. Then, head straight to 2025. The spirit and passion will always be the same, but I hope to add important experiences and results. Being a team player who leads by example for the team and the group, inside and outside of racing, would be an important reward. The trust the team has given me with the contract renewal is the strongest push to bring out the best in myself and grow further.”

Lidl-Trek Sports Director Ina-Yoko Teutenberg commented, “We are incredibly fortunate to have riders like Spratty, Lauretta, and Yaya in the Team. Spratty’s leadership and climbing expertise, Lauretta’s strength across all terrains, and Yaya’s exceptional lead-out skills have been crucial to our success. Each of these riders brings something unique to the team, and they give their all to the task. With their support, our leaders are able to perform at the highest level.