Ride with Legends

Let’s introduce you to the Pros that will be riding and coaching at the event.

Alberto Contador

Renowned as one of the most accomplished stage racers in history, the 41-year-old Contador is celebrated for his dynamic climbing skills and has clinched victories in all three Grand Tours, marking his presence in the cycling world with nearly every significant stage race on the UCI World Tour.

Nicknamed El Pistolero, he dominated the sport for more than a decade before retiring in 2017. He has served as a commentator for Eurosport television since 2018 and recently launched Team Polti-Kometa.

A native of the Pinto district in Madrid, Contador’s journey from an amateur to a professional cyclist saw him turning professional in 2003 and claiming victories in some of the most grueling climbing stages across the globe. His breakthrough came in 2007 with a win at the Tour de France, followed by victories at both the Giro d’Italia and the Vuelta a España in 2008, accumulating seven Grand Tour wins over his career.

Contador’s connection to Best Buddies mission of inclusion for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities is personal, inspired by his younger brother, Raul, who lives with cerebral palsy.

Sir Bradley Wiggins

Sir Bradley Wiggins is a true embodiment of the power of determination and resilience in the face of adversity. Born to a British mother and an Australian cyclist father in Ghent, Belgium, Wiggins was raised in London from the age of two, overcoming a challenging childhood to become one of the most decorated British athletes in history.Wiggins’ journey to greatness is a testament to the transformative power of unwavering dedication and mental fortitude. His remarkable career spans both track and road cycling, culminating in an unprecedented achievement: becoming the first British cyclist to win the Tour de France in 2012. Just days later, he secured gold in the time trial at the London Olympics, making him the only rider to win both the Tour de France and an Olympic gold medal in the same year.

Throughout his career, Wiggins amassed an astounding eight Olympic medals, including five golds, across four consecutive Olympic Games from 2004 to 2016. His versatility and excellence are further highlighted by his world titles in four different cycling disciplines: Madison, individual pursuit, team pursuit, and road time trial.In recognition of his extraordinary achievements, Wiggins was knighted by Queen Elizabeth II at Buckingham Palace in 2013. This honor is particularly significant given his humble beginnings, with Wiggins himself acknowledging, “Kids from Kilburn don’t win Olympic golds and the Tour de France! They do now.” His knighthood serves as a powerful symbol of his rise from modest circumstances to the pinnacle of his sport and national recognition.

Wiggins’ story is not just about athletic prowess; it’s a masterclass in overcoming seemingly insurmountable odds. From his humble beginnings to reaching the highest echelons of both his sport and British society, he demonstrates that with the right mindset, preparation, and perseverance, one can achieve the extraordinary. His journey offers invaluable lessons on goal-setting, mental toughness, and the relentless pursuit of excellence.

Now, Sir Bradley Wiggins shares his wealth of experience and insights as an inspirational speaker, offering audiences a unique perspective on achieving peak performance, maintaining mental resilience, and turning adversity into opportunity. His talks are designed to motivate and empower individuals and teams to push beyond their perceived limitations and strive for greatness in all aspects of life, proving that with the right attitude and effort, even the most improbable dreams can become reality.

Cam Wurf

Cam Wurf was labeled the “world’s most versatile elite endurance athlete” by podcaster and wellness guru Rich Roll. A native of Tasmania and longtime ambassador for Best Buddies, Wurf has achieved world-class status in three sports. Having competed in rowing at the 2004 Olympics, Wurf switched to cycling with immediate success. He earned a spot in the UCI World Tour in Europe and completed the Vuelta a España and Giro d’Italia. He then became one of the top triathletes in the world, setting the fastest bike time in two successive editions of Kona. Popular with fans and other riders, Wurf is referred to as the “Chief Motivation Officer” of every team he joins. For that, the INEOS Grenadiers recruited the Australian for both cycling and triathlon. Now 40, Wurf shocked not only pundits but also his fellow riders when he delivered a solid team ride in Paris-Roubaix, finished the grueling “Queen of the Classics”, and then laced up running shoes and ran a half marathon for training.

Leanda Cave

Leanda Cave is a four-time world champion triathlete and the first woman in history to win both the IRONMAN and IRONMAN 70.3 World Championships in the same year (2012). With an 18-year professional career representing Great Britain, she competed at the highest levels across Olympic, Half, and Full Ironman distances—earning global recognition by CNN as one of the fittest women in the world.

Since retiring at the end of 2017, Leanda has shifted her focus to coaching, founding her own performance coaching business and represents Pinarello as an ambassador. Today, Cave works with athletes of all levels, helping them achieve their goals in triathlon, swimming, cycling, and running, while occasionally competing for fun or participating in events for charitable causes. Backed by decades of experience, she offers expert guidance in training, nutrition, and mindset—empowering others to unlock their full potential.