The Movistar team has announced the signing of Marlen Reusser (Hindelbank, SUI; 1991) for the next three seasons. Marlen is one of the best cyclists in the world. A renowned time-triallist, she has won the European Time Trial Championship three times (2021-2023) and has twice finished second in the World Championships (2020-2021). Her extensive record includes victories in races like Itzulia (2023), Switzerland (2023), the Setmana Valenciana (2024), along with stage wins in the Tour (2022 and 2023) and La Vuelta (2021).
The second half of 2024 was impacted by physical issues for Reusser, so she now hopes to regain her top form in 2025 and claim her place once again as one of the standout cyclists in the international women’s peloton.
Marlen Reusser said of her three-year contract: “The idea of being part of Movistar Team is something we’ve worked on together for a long time, something I’ve been dreaming of. I’ve been excited about it for quite some time and now we can finally make it happen. We share the same vision of what we can achieve together and I sincerely believe this is the right place, the team with the right spirit, for me to grow and reach my full potential.
The illness I suffered made me question many things. I’m very grateful to Team SD Worx – Protime, where I’ve spent the last three years. They have shown me all their support, and I feel immense gratitude towards them.
I’m very optimistic and face the future with big ambitions. I’ve always been someone who fights to improve every day, and I feel like I still haven’t reached my full potential. I believe I have the physical and mental capabilities and the right environment around me to go even further. I want to work hard, stay dedicated and also help the team maintain its positive momentum, creating opportunities for everyone and building a race dynamic that allows us all to enjoy ourselves. I’m convinced that success partly comes from all of that: talent, of course, but also having fun, showing care for what we do and for each other, as well as dedication. I’m very eager to start working toward these goals and to enjoy the next three years with Movistar Team.”
Movistar Manager Sebastián Unzué explained: “The entire team and I personally are very happy because we’ve been working for many months to bring Marlen to the team. We’ve always believed she was the perfect rider for us.
She is at the ideal moment in her career, with a level of maturity and experience that is invaluable. She still has many years of excellent cycling ahead of her. After the arrival of Liane Lippert, Marlen Reusser now joins a team like Movistar Team, which will continue to be a reference in international women’s cycling. I want to finally thank Telefónica, Canyon, and the rest of our sponsors for their trust in building the future of Movistar Team together.”
