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Red Bull team discusses Lipowitz's future at Tour de France

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 19, 2026, 11:03 AM

Last updated Oct 19, 2026

Red Bull team discusses Lipowitz's future at Tour de France

Summary

Ralph Denk, principal of Red Bull-Bora-Hansgrohe, indicated that discussions are needed regarding the potential dual leadership of Florian Lipowitz and Remco Evenepoel for the 2027 Tour de France. Both cyclists served as co-captains in the recent Tour, but Lipowitz abandoned the race due to a crash, while Evenepoel finished second. Denk emphasized that the decision will depend on the route of the Grand Tours, which will be announced shortly. He noted the absence of rivalry between the two teammates despite their differing personalities.

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Key Details

•Denk open to dual leadership for Lipowitz and Evenepoel in 2027.
•Lipowitz abandoned the recent Tour after a crash.
•Evenepoel finished second in the same Tour behind Tadej Pogačar.
•Decision on team roles will consider upcoming Tour de France route.

Latest Updates

11:03 AMYahoo Sports — Red Bull team principal leaves Lipowitz's Tour participation open

What they're saying

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Red Bull-Bora-Hansgrohe team principal Ralph Denk has left open the possibility of another dual leadership of Germany's cycling talent Florian Lipowitz and team-mate Remco Evenepoel at the 2027 Tour de France. "Whether we'll do it again, sending them together into a major cycling race like the Tour de France, is something we need to discuss.
— Yahoo Sports

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