Longo Borghini at the Tour while working for young riders
by Radiociclismo Reporter
Elisa Longo Borghini is set to take part in the Tour de France Femmes, but in the meantime she is dedicating time and resources to the Italian women's youth sector, with a project for the growth and training of under-23 and junior athletes.
LeadElisa Longo Borghini is set to take part in the Tour de France Femmes, but in the meantime she is dedicating time and resources to the Italian women's youth sector, with a project for the growth and training of under-23 and junior athletes.The newsThe Lombardy champion, coming off a season full of commitments, has confirmed her presence at the 2026 Tour de France Femmes. At the same time, Longo Borghini is carrying forward a personal initiative to support young Italian female cyclists, offering them experience, technical advice, and opportunities for growth on the international stage. The project, still in the development phase, aims to create a bridge between professional cycling and the youth categories, fostering the emergence of new talent.The contextThe initiative comes at a time of renewal for Italian women's cycling, which is trying to close the gap with foreign schools. Longo Borghini, with her experience, represents a point of reference for up-and-coming athletes.RC Giovani RankingFollow the updated ranking at RadioCiclismo Giovani.
