Under the direction of Matar Suhail Al Yabhouni Al Dhaheri, an Abu Dhabi based company will be the main sponsor of UAE Abu Dhabi, a professional UCI World Tour cycling team that will compete starting from the 2017 season.

Mauro Gianetti, a former professional rider and manager has provided strategic advice to the company on its entry into professional cycling.

UAE Abu Dhabi will be managed by former racing cyclist Giuseppe Saronni and will aim to excel on the World Tour and promote and inspire cycling in Abu Dhabi, the UAE and worldwide. Matar Suhail Al Yabhouni Al Dhaheri will act as the interim team representative before becoming the future President of the professional team at the beginning of the race season.

Matar Suhail Al Yabhouni Al Dhaheri , the head of the Company sponsoring UAE Abu Dhabi said: “We are excited to announce UAE Abu Dhabi, UCI WorldTour cycling team. The creation of the team will continue to galvanise, elevate and promote cycling in Abu Dhabi and the UAE.

“We are proud to be entering a long-term partnership with one of the world’s longest-standing and most successful sports. My gratitude goes to Mauro Gianetti – this project would not have been possible without his trusted counsel and support.”