In December 2024, British cyclist Tom Pidcock made a significant career move by leaving Ineos Grenadiers to join the Swiss-based Q36.5 Pro Cycling Team on a three-year contract. This transition has evidently revitalized Pidcock’s performance, as demonstrated by his impressive victories in the early part of the 2025 season.

A New Chapter with Q36.5

Pidcock’s departure from Ineos, a team he had been with since 2021, was unexpected, especially after extending his contract until 2027. However, internal dynamics and shifting priorities within Ineos led to a mutual agreement for his release. Reports suggest that Ineos questioned Pidcock’s value relative to his high salary and were eager for a split, while Pidcock sought an environment where he felt more valued and could assume a leadership role. Q36.5 offered him that opportunity, and with Ineos covering the financial difference, Pidcock signed a three-year deal with the Swiss team.

Early Triumphs in 2025

Pidcock’s impact on Q36.5 was immediate. He began the 2025 season with a stellar performance at the AlUla Tour, securing stage victories on January 29th (Stage 2) and January 31st (Stage 4). His consistent excellence throughout the race culminated in winning the General Classification on February 1st, marking his first overall stage race victory.

Continuing his momentum, Pidcock delivered a remarkable performance at the Vuelta a la Región de Murcia on February 15th, further solidifying his status as a formidable competitor.

Most recently, in today’s Stage 2 of the Vuelta a Andalucía Ruta Ciclista Del Sol, Pidcock showcased his exceptional form by outpacing a select group of elite riders to claim his fourth victory of the season.

Unleashing Potential

At Ineos Grenadiers, Pidcock was part of a star-studded roster, which sometimes meant his individual ambitions were secondary to team strategies. The move to Q36.5 has granted him full leadership, trust, and faith to pursue his goals and ambitions. This newfound autonomy appears to have unlocked his potential, allowing him to race with a sense of freedom and confidence that was previously constrained.

The early successes with Q36.5 suggest that Pidcock’s move was a calculated risk that is paying off. As he continues to build on this momentum, the cycling world eagerly anticipates how far he can go when truly unleashed.