Sam Brand (cyclist)

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Sam Brand (born 27 February 1991) is a Manx professional road racing cyclist who currently rides for UCI ProTeam Team Novo Nordisk. He is known for being one of the few professional cyclists who competes while managing type 1 diabetes.

Early Life and Education

Sam Brand was born on the Isle of Man, a self-governing British Crown dependency in the Irish Sea. He grew up on the island and developed an interest in cycling at a young age. Brand was diagnosed with type 1 diabetes at the age of 10, which significantly influenced his career and life choices.

Career

Early Career

Brand began his competitive cycling career in local races on the Isle of Man. His early successes in these events led him to pursue a professional career in cycling. He joined the Team Novo Nordisk Development Team in 2015, a team specifically composed of athletes with diabetes.

Professional Career

In 2018, Brand was promoted to the main Team Novo Nordisk squad, competing in various international races. His participation in these events has been notable not only for his performance but also for raising awareness about diabetes and demonstrating that it is possible to compete at a high level while managing the condition.

Personal Life

Brand is an advocate for diabetes awareness and often participates in events and campaigns to educate the public about living with diabetes. He uses his platform as a professional athlete to inspire others with the condition to pursue their dreams.

Achievements

• Competed in multiple editions of the Tour of California
• Participated in the Tour de Pologne
• Numerous top-10 finishes in international races

See Also

• Team Novo Nordisk
• Type 1 diabetes
• Isle of Man
• UCI ProTeam