{"id":423440,"date":"2026-01-19T15:14:26","date_gmt":"2026-01-19T15:14:26","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/au\/423440\/"},"modified":"2026-01-19T15:14:26","modified_gmt":"2026-01-19T15:14:26","slug":"factor-racing-uci-continental-team","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/au\/423440\/","title":{"rendered":"Factor Racing UCI Continental team"},"content":{"rendered":"

Factor is racing. Our commitment to developing the fastest bikes for every situation means that we value the type of rider feedback that can only be generated in race day situations. Supporting a team like Factor Racing, which is a UCI Continental men\u2019s cycling team based in Slovenia, gives us the chance to test our road products and prototypes with the fearless young riders looking to make their mark in the pro ranks.<\/p>\n

This is Factor\u2019s second year sponsoring this team, though it has been in existence nearly 70 years and has a proven track record of identifying and developing talent. These athletes will be focusing on road racing but will also have access to Factor track bikes in their efforts to take wins across a variety of terrains and disciplines.<\/p>\n

\"Factor\"FactorLooking to the future<\/p>\n

Working with young riders gives Factor Bikes a unique insight into the latest trends as well as pure, unfiltered feedback from athletes who have not yet acquired layers of preconceived notions and expectations around \u201cthis is how we\u2019ve always done it.\u201d Their attitudes and willingness to experiment and try new things, to push new boundaries provides the perfect petri dish for our own development experiments.<\/p>\n

Factor Racing UCI Continental team in 2026<\/p>\n

Jaka Marolt (20)<\/a>
\nA young Slovenian talent with strong junior results and international exposure, Marolt represented Slovenia at the World Championships in 2025 as well as the European Championships, where he took 2nd both in U23 Slovenian ITT and Elite men\u2019s road race. He has been a standout performer in UCI Continental racing, known for his punchy one-day style and aggressive racing. His biggest result last year was a win at the 1.2 GP Vorarlberg p\/b Radhaus Rankweil in Austria.<\/p>\n

Anze Ravbar (20)<\/a>
\nA 20-year-old Slovenian sprinter and all-around rider, who joins Factor Racing from the UAE Team Emirates Gen-Z development squad. Ravbar is a former junior European champion and has taken stage wins and solid GC results at UCI U23 level events. He is also a key member of the Slovenian national team.<\/p>\n

Nejc Komac (22)<\/a>
\nA promising ex-alpine skier from Slovenia, Komac has proved himself to be an all-rounder with experience in time trials and strong national championship performances. He is the current U23 Slovenian National Time Trial Champion. His steady development and versatility make him a key support rider and very strong option for the victory from a breakaway.<\/p>\n

Marcel Gladek (20)<\/a>
\nA Slovenian sprinter with a track background that includes several national titles, Gladek has shown exceptional talent in short prologues. He has taken several wins at UCI events, marking him as a rider to watch.<\/p>\n

Nash Lim (23)<\/a>
\nAs the current Philippines National Time Trial Champion, Lim has experience on the international circuit, proving himself particularly to be a time trial expert. At 23, he is the oldest rider on the team, bringing a maturity and a willingness to share his experience with the younger members of the squad.<\/p>\n

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Factor Racing\u2019s 2026 roster also includes a group of promising young riders to provide depth and support across the season:<\/p>\n

\u2022 Enej Ko\u0161ir (18)<\/a> \u2013 A rising Slovenian junior prospect who won the Vzpon Na Pokljuko one day junior race in 2025.<\/p>\n

\u2022 Gal Oblak (19)<\/a> \u2013 A talented athlete who is quickly developing into a strong climber.<\/p>\n

\u2022 Adam Brad\u00e1\u010d (19)<\/a> \u2013 A Czech sprint and lead out specialist who won the Trofeo Cinelli – VC Hlohovce in 2025.<\/p>\n

\u2022 \u0160imon Mat\u011bjek (18)<\/a> \u2013 A young Czech talent who took two wins, multiple podiums and several top-10s in 2025.<\/p>\n

\u2022 Taj \u017dagar (19<\/a>) \u2013 A strong Slovenian climber who won the Vzpon Na Pokljuko hill climb in 2025.<\/p>\n

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As Factor\u2019s total race performance bike, the OSTRO VAM balances advanced aerodynamics with low weight and sharp handling to inspire confidence across all terrains, in every competitive situation.\n<\/p>\n

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