The ICA was founded in 2014 in Jerusalem as Israel’s first professional cycling team, with a clear vision to help Israeli cycling and to bring our young cyclists, to the highest level of the sport. Now they are preparing to compete on the world stage, including Tour de France, after signing an agreement, together with Katusha Management.

ICA co-owner Sylvan Adams said:  “I have stated for some time that ICA would be in the World Tour, sooner or later. I am excited that it is happening right away for next year’s season.”

According to the agreement, the Israeli team will race in the world tour under the existing Katusha license, which is being renewed for the next three years. The Israeli team will use its traditional blue and white uniforms provided by Katusha branded apparel.

Mr. Adams stated his confidence that the team will be up to the challenge. “We have several new riders, including some from the current Katusha team that will join, and I promise we will make some noise in lots of big races next year. We are just getting started.’’

The ICA carries 30 riders from 18 different nationalities. They joined the Pro Continental ranks in 2017 and the team raced in its first Grand tour - the historic Giro d’Italia that started in Jerusalem last year. They also competed in this year's Giro and have recorded 27 wins in elite races overall.

ICA’s co-owner and founder, Mr. Ron Baron said: “I am sure that this step will enhance our core vision to develop Israeli Cycling on the world stage. To see an Israeli rider in the Tour De France next season will be, for me, very satisfying.”