Edoardo Affini is a cyclist who embodies the culture of quiet hard work perfectly. A powerful rouleur and time trial specialist, he honed his skills on the road after a solid background in track cycling, which honed both his endurance and precision.
As a junior, he emerged as one of Italy’s leading time trialists, winning the European title in his category and attracting the attention of the WorldTour. His transition to the professional ranks has confirmed his reputation as a reliable and methodical rider, capable of leading the peloton on flat stages and excelling in time trials.
At Team Visma | Lease a Bike, he has become a key figure in major stage races, contributing to the team’s Grand Tour successes with his strength in time trials and crucial work on flat terrain. In 2024, Affini achieved individual success by winning the Elite European Time Trial Championship — a victory that confirmed his maturity and established him as one of the world's leading specialists in the discipline.
Affini embodies the modern professional cyclist: controlled power, obsessive attention to detail and unwavering team spirit. He is a rider who builds success day after day with consistency and vision.
