Karlijn Koops signs with CJ O’Shea Racing

Dutch rider Karlijn Koops will race for the British UCI continental team CJ O’Shea Racing in 2026. The 22-years-old cyclist was without a team since the past summer, after the Hess Cycling Team stopped with immediate effect. Despite this, Koops showed her talent for example in Canada, where she as a guest rider finished 10th in the UCI 1.1 race Tour de Gatineau. Earlier in the season she had shown strong performances in other races as well.

For Koops, CJ O’Shea Racing is a new team where she can show her talent. In the past seasons it has become clear that the Dutch cyclist is very all-round. She can do well in hilly races, is fast and good in positioning herself and teammates. The British team has a calendar that suits her well and gives her the opportunity to grow further.