Michael Matthews has committed his future to Team Jayco AlUla by penning a new deal through the end of the 2027 season. 

The eight-time Grand Tour stage winner has spent the majority of his professional career in the GreenEDGE Cycling setup having returned to the squad for the 2021 season. 

The 35-year-old added to his Tour de France wins tally with the team in 2022 as well making it a hattrick of victories at the Grand Prix Cycliste de Québec last season, alongside a host of standout results in Monuments and one-day classics. 

‘Bling’ endured a tough 2025 season after being diagnosed with a pulmonary embolism in June, but now recovered and back racing, the Australian is excited to continue his journey with Team Jayco AlUla in 2026 and beyond. 

Michael Matthews:
“I’m super happy, I think after the problems I had during the summer this year it made me appreciate the team, my life, the way it is and the last years I’ve had in cycling. I still feel like I’m 25 years old, so I’m excited to continue this journey with Team Jayco AlUla and my own cycling career. 

I really feel like I’m getting better and better, so I’m really looking forward to another two years with the team and seeing what we can achieve together. Hopefully I can achieve those goals that I’ve been looking for in my career along with the team. I’m just really excited to see what these next two years bring and just appreciate every moment.” 

Brent Copeland:
“Michael has proven time and time again what he’s capable of in the biggest races and we’re happy to see him continue with us next season. He’s had a difficult 2025 season, as we know, but the way he has returned to racing and the dedication he has shown to get back to the top proves what type of rider he is.  

He’s a true professional and an asset to the team. He still has some big goals in the sport and we’re looking forward to working with him and achieving them together.” 

Key Results: 
1st Eschborn-Frankfurt (2025) 
1st Grand Prix Cycliste de Québec (2024) 
2nd Milano-Sanremo (2024) 
1st  Giro d’Italia stage (2023) 
1st Tour de France stage (2022) 

Photo: Sprint Cycling