Canyon-SRAM terminate partnership with title sponsor Zondacrypto over 'breaches of contract'

Canyon-SRAM has ended its partnership with title sponsor Zondacrypto, citing breaches of contract as the cause for the immediate termination. The Polish cryptocurrency company’s alleged violations were not detailed by the team, which emphasised that all contractual and legal obligations had been respected before deciding to sever ties. Team manager Ronny Lauke expressed a clear focus on moving forward, reassuring stakeholders about the team’s financial health and stability despite the sudden change. The announcement marked the beginning of a new chapter for Canyon-SRAM, with the team committed to maintaining its long-term vision and momentum. Lauke highlighted the organisation’s strong foundation built over more than a decade, supported by experienced staff, visionary partners, and talented riders. He conveyed confidence in the team’s ability to perform at the highest level and sustain its presence in elite women’s cycling, underlining a renewed motivation to achieve ambitious goals in the current season and beyond. Operationally, the team will undergo a swift transition to remove the Zondacrypto branding from its two squads, the Women’s WorldTour team and the Generation development squad. Effective immediately, both squads will be known simply as Canyon-SRAM and Canyon-SRAM Generation, although the full rebranding process—including updates to digital platforms, equipment, and team clothing—is expected to take several months. Notably, riders are still likely to wear Zondacrypto-branded kit at the upcoming Giro d’Italia Women, with all changes anticipated to be completed by August 2026. The team’s statement refrained from providing further details on the contractual issues with Zondacrypto, and attempts to reach the sponsor for comment have so far been unsuccessful. Despite the abrupt end to the partnership, Canyon-SRAM’s leadership remains focused on delivering strong performances and shaping the future of women’s cycling, signalling resilience and determination amid the organisational changes.