Leo Hayter turns pro with Ineos Grenadiers

Leo Hayter
(Image credit: Giro d'Italia Giovani)

After his stunning victory in the U23 Giro d'Italia, Britain's Leo Hayter has signed his first professional contract, joining his older brother Ethan at Ineos Grenadiers. 

The 20-year-old joins Ineos Grenadiers as a stagiaire, or trainee, with immediate effect for the rest of this season, before officially turning professional in the WorldTour from the start of 2023. 

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