Despite hinting to the Belgian media before the third stage of the Vuelta a España that he was signing with a new team and fueling rumors that he was leaving Alpecin de Seunink, Kayden Groves has actually renewed his contract with the team through 2026.

The team announced the new contract on Tuesday after rumors that the 25-year-old would move to the Astana Kazakstan team.

“I can't wait to continue my journey here in Alpecin de Seunink for the next two years,” Grove said in a press release.

“I feel at home in this shirt and it allows me to perform at my best. I feel confident in this environment knowing that I have the best staff supporting me on and off the road.

Groves joined Alpecin-Desseuninck in 2023 after turning pro with BikeExchange in 2020; in 2023 he won five stage victories at the Vuelta a España, one overall points win, and one stage win at the Giro d'Italia. He is also looking to make his debut in the Tour de France in order to achieve a stage win in the Grand Tour.

“My goals are in line with the team's goals. [...] [...] [...] [...]