Newest rider to gain a pro contract through the Zwift Academy revealed

Second rider recruited to Dimension Data Under 23s via the online training platform

Image: Craig Kolesky

Zwift has announced the latest amateur rider to receive a pro contract via its Academy programme as 19-year-old Martin Lavrič.

The Slovenian rode for continental outfit Attaque Team Gusto through 2017, and entered the competition with hopes of reaching the semi-final and securing himself the Elite smart turbo trainer prize.

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Michelle Arthurs-Brennan

Michelle Arthurs-Brennan the Editor of Cycling Weekly website. An NCTJ qualified traditional journalist by trade, Michelle began her career working for local newspapers. She's worked within the cycling industry since 2012, and joined the Cycling Weekly team in 2017, having previously been Editor at Total Women's Cycling. Prior to welcoming her daughter in 2022, Michelle raced on the road, track, and in time trials, and still rides as much as she can - albeit a fair proportion indoors, for now.