Team Emirates make history with record 86th win

The UAE Team Emirates–XRG celebrated a landmark achievement on Sunday as Brandon McNulty secured overall victory at the Tour de Luxembourg, delivering the team’s 86th win of the 2025 season—surpassing the all-time record for victories in a single year.

McNulty sealed his overall victory in style, successfully defending the coveted yellow leader’s jersey during the decisive final stage in Luxembourg. The day concluded with a demanding and selective circuit around Luxembourg City, where the American rider showcased both resilience and tactical awareness. Despite challenges from his rivals, McNulty stayed composed within the peloton, neutralized every attack, and crossed the line with his lead intact.

The performance not only confirmed his triumph in the general classification but also underlined his consistency and strength throughout the entire race.

Supported flawlessly by his teammates, the American maintained control over his closest rivals, crossing the line safely in the bunch to seal his fourth win of the season as Romain Gregoire (Groupama-FDJ) took the stage spoils on a rain soaked finale.

With Brandon McNulty’s latest triumph, UAE Team Emirates–XRG etched their name into cycling history, surpassing a milestone that had stood for more than a decade.

The victory pushed the team beyond the previous all-time record of 85 wins in a single season, a benchmark set back in 2009 by the powerhouse squad HTC-Columbia.

The milestone reflects the depth and dominance of the squad across all terrains—from Grand Tours and one-day classics to stage races and national championships—showcasing the strength of the entire roster.

By rewriting the record books, the team has firmly established itself as the sport’s new standard-bearer, combining tactical brilliance, individual excellence, and relentless pursuit of success.

In total 20 different riders from the roster have taken wins this year, underscoring the collective strength of the team.

McNulty: “It’s very special to be part of the team to break the record and even more special to be the one to do it.

“It was a hard final day. The rain always makes it a bit more stressful but the team rode well and defended the jersey well. This season has been amazing for us and we’ll aim to finish it off strongly also.”

Mauro Gianetti, CEO & Team Principal, UAE Team Emirates-XRG, said: “Reaching 86 victories in one season is an extraordinary milestone, and it reflects the incredible commitment and unity of everyone in this organisation — from our leaders in the UAE to our riders, staff, sponsors, and supporters.

“This record is not just about numbers, but about the consistency, the sacrifices, and the belief that have carried us through every race. I am immensely proud of what we have achieved together, and this moment will stand as a reference point in the history of our team and of cycling. We will enjoy it, but also remain motivated to keep pushing for more.”