Santiago Umba, a young Colombian rider, has signed his first WorldTour contract with the Astana Qazaqstan Team, marking a significant step in his professional cycling career. In a statement, Umba expressed his excitement, saying, “I am incredibly happy to sign my first contract with the WorldTour team and to become a part of such a big project as Astana Qazaqstan Team”. [The rider, who has demonstrated notable potential at the Under 23 level, is eager to make his mark on the professional cycling stage]. Santiago Umba has already gained valuable experience in professional races such as Il Lombardia, Tour of the Alps, and Giro dell’Emilia, pointing to his readiness for the challenges of the WorldTour.
Astana Qazaqstan Team’s General Manager, Alexandr Vinokurov, emphasized the team’s belief in Umba’s potential and expressed confidence in his future development. Vinokurov stated, “We see a great potential in Santiago, that can be revealed in our team. Despite such a young age, Santiago has already ridden many important professional races, gained serious experience, which can serve as a basis for his further development”.
With this significant step in his career, Santiago Umba is poised to bring his talents to the Astana Qazaqstan Team and make a notable impact in the WorldTour.
