Multi-Disciplined Marvel: Danish Prodigy Philipsen Chooses Lidl-Trek
Danish Phenom Albert Philipsen Makes His Choice: Signs with Lidl-Trek!
The American team Lidl-Trek has landed a major coup with the signing of 17-year-old Danish cycling prodigy Albert Withen Philipsen. Still a junior, Philipsen burst onto the scene in 2023 by becoming the youngest-ever World Champion on the road, before repeating the feat in the XCO mountain bike discipline.
With such remarkable achievements across multiple disciplines, Philipsen sought a team that could nurture his talent and versatility. He found that in Lidl-Trek, calling them “simply the best option” for his development.
Lidl-Trek is known for its commitment to young riders and its focus on fostering well-rounded cyclists. Philipsen’s arrival adds another exciting chapter to their story, with the potential for him to excel in both road and off-road racing.
Philipsen’s impressive achievements
- World Champion Road Race (Juniors) — 2023
- World Champion XCO Mountain Bike (Juniors) — 2023
- European Champion Time Trial (Juniors) — 2023
- Danish Champion Road Race (Juniors) — 2023
- Danish Champion Time Trial (Juniors) — 2023
- 4th Place Overall — Course de la Paix (Juniors) — 2023
With his talent and Lidl-Trek’s support, the future looks bright for Albert Withen Philipsen. The cycling world will be watching closely to see where this young phenom takes his career.
