Matteo Trentin
Matteo Trentin (born 2 August 1989) is an Italian professional road cyclist, who currently rides for UCI WorldTeam UAE Team Emirates. Trentin is known for his versatility, sprinting ability, and prowess in the classics and one-day races. Over his career, he has achieved significant success in both Grand Tour stages and classics.
Early Life and Amateur Career[edit | edit source]
Matteo Trentin was born in Borgo Valsugana, Trentino, Italy. He began cycling at a young age and quickly showed promise as a junior rider. Trentin's amateur career saw him competing in the Italian racing circuit, where his performances caught the attention of professional teams.
Professional Career[edit | edit source]
Trentin turned professional in 2011 with the Quick-Step Floors team, where he spent the majority of his early career. He quickly made a name for himself as a strong sprinter and a reliable team player.
Grand Tour Success[edit | edit source]
Trentin's Grand Tour debut came at the Giro d'Italia in 2011, but it was in the Tour de France and Vuelta a España where he would find his greatest success. He has won multiple stages in both the Tour de France and the Vuelta a España, showcasing his sprinting speed and tactical nous. His ability to win from both bunch sprints and breakaways has made him one of the most versatile riders in the peloton.
Classics and One-Day Races[edit | edit source]
In addition to his Grand Tour stage wins, Trentin has also excelled in the one-day classics. He has notable finishes in races such as Paris-Roubaix, Milan-San Remo, and the Tour of Flanders, among others. His ability to compete over varied terrain, from the cobbled classics of Northern Europe to the hilly races of Italy, has cemented his reputation as a formidable classics rider.
Teams[edit | edit source]
- Quick-Step Floors (2011–2017)
- Mitchelton-Scott (2018–2019)
- CCC Team (2020)
- UAE Team Emirates (2021–present)
Achievements[edit | edit source]
Trentin's career highlights include multiple stage wins at the Tour de France and the Vuelta a España, as well as podium finishes in several prestigious one-day races. His versatility and consistency across different types of races have been key to his success.
Personal Life[edit | edit source]
Off the bike, Trentin is known for his interest in music and literature. He is also active in the cycling community, advocating for cyclist safety and the promotion of cycling as a sustainable mode of transport.
See Also[edit | edit source]
- List of Grand Tour general classification winners
- List of Tour de France stage winners by nation
- Cycling records
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