Dan Martin says it's clear why he joined Israel Cycling Academy as team steps up to WorldTour

The Irish climbing star says he relishes the team’s underdog attitude after switching from UAE Team Emirates

Dan Martin’s decision to join Israel Cycling Academy for 2020 may have seemed like a surprise to many.

The Irish star has been an outstanding rider with victories in some of the biggest races, but he risked missing out on the most prestigious events as he stepped down from the WorldTour with UAE Team Emirates to join the Israel-based Professional Continental squad.

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