Olympic Medalist & World Champion
14 years at the summit of world cycling. Track. Road. Olympic podium.
His StoryAt the 2016 Rio de Janeiro Olympic Games, Alex and the Australian team pursuit squad rode to a silver medal, cementing his place among Australia's finest track cyclists on the world's biggest stage.
Alex claimed multiple UCI World Championship titles across the track, including the individual pursuit. Wearing the rainbow jersey is cycling's highest honour, and he wore it more than once.
Transitioning from the velodrome to the open road, Alex proved his versatility by clinching the Australian national road race title. He went on to compete for top-tier UCI WorldTour teams across Europe and beyond.
At the 2012 London Olympics, Alex and his sister Annette became the first brother-and-sister duo to represent Australia in cycling at the same Games.
A landmark moment for Australian sport, their shared journey to London stands as one of cycling's most remarkable family stories. Both siblings competed at the highest level, showing that sporting excellence can run deep in a family.
Read the Full StoryAlex's transition to the professional road circuit saw him compete in Europe's greatest stage races and classics, riding for elite UCI WorldTour squads. He finished out his career with Team Picnic–PostNL, bringing the same intensity and commitment to every kilometer that defined him on the track.
After 14 years at the sport's highest level, Alex announced his retirement, leaving behind a legacy that spans two disciplines and two Olympic Games.
About Alex