G42 Partners With UAE Team Emirates XRG To Enhance Cycling Performance Ahead Of 2025 Season

G42, a prominent AI and technology group in the UAE, has entered a multi-year partnership with UAE Team Emirates XRG. This collaboration is set to begin before the 2025 UCI World Tour cycling season. The partnership highlights both organisations' dedication to innovation and excellence in professional cycling.

The alliance will see G42 become the official AI partner of UAE Team Emirates XRG. They will use advanced solutions to boost the team's performance on and off the track. By employing analytics, machine learning, and real-time data processing, G42 and its portfolio company Analog aim to provide insights that enhance training, race strategies, and rider performance.

Peng Xiao, CEO of G42 Group, expressed pride in partnering with UAE Team Emirates XRG again. He stated, "We’re incredibly proud to once again be partnering with UAE Team Emirates XRG, who sit at the pinnacle of professional cycling." He emphasised how AI technology can significantly benefit performance. The team aims to build on their successful 2024 campaign with support from G42's cutting-edge technology.

Mauro Gianetti, CEO and Team Principal of UAE Team Emirates XRG, shared his enthusiasm about the partnership. He remarked, "This is an extremely exciting moment for our team ahead of the start of the season." Gianetti highlighted that G42's AI capabilities would help maximise each rider's potential in 2025. The goal is continuous improvement and development on the bike.

G42 is also dedicated to promoting cycling throughout the region. They plan to work with UAE Team Emirates XRG on community engagement initiatives aimed at making cycling accessible across the UAE. These efforts are part of their commitment to fostering growth in the sport locally.

The team boasts a roster of top-tier riders, including Tadej Pogacar, a three-time Tour de France champion. Their 2025 campaign will kick off later this month at Australia's Tour Down Under before returning home for the UAE Tour in February.

This collaboration between G42 and UAE Team Emirates XRG signifies a significant step towards integrating AI into sports for enhanced performance outcomes. It reflects both organisations' commitment to staying at the forefront of professional cycling through technological advancements.

With inputs from WAM