Susanne Andersen extends: “I still have much more to show”
Susanne taking her time to greet the fans. Photo: Getty
The Norwegian, who has been a key part of the team since the beginning, extends with Uno-X Mobility Cycling through the 2028 season.
A strong sprinter, a trusted classics rider and one of the personalities in the group, Andersen still believes her best performances in red and yellow are ahead of her — despite a difficult 2026 season that ended with surgery in August.
“I still believe Uno-X is the place where I can reach my full potential. I really enjoy being here, but at the same time I feel challenged enough to keep developing,” Andersen says.
“I have a strong feeling that I still have much more to show and achieve together with Uno-X. I definitely feel there is some unfinished business.”
Head of Sports Anna Badegruber has no doubt about Andersen’s importance to the team.
“Susie has been with the team for many years now and is at the core of our identity and culture. We really appreciate the work she puts in to become the best rider and version of herself,” Badegruber says.
Susanne in the early days of Uno-X. Photo: Getty
Growing together
Andersen joined Uno-X at the beginning of the women’s team and has experienced its development from the inside.
“I have been here since the beginning, and I would say the team has developed in almost every way. There has been a lot to learn along the way, and we are still learning,” she says.
“But you can clearly see how far we have come — from that first year to our first WorldTour victory last season, and then Sigrid winning a stage at the Tour de France Femmes and taking the yellow jersey this year.”
Andersen has also taken an active role in that development away from her own racing.
“I put a lot of energy into helping develop the team wherever I can. One thing that has stayed the same through all these years is that Uno-X puts the person first. That is something I have experienced myself and appreciated enormously.”
That value also comes from Andersen’s versatility on the bike. She can race for her own results in sprints and classics, but also take responsibility as a road captain or play an important role in a lead-out.
“She can achieve strong results herself, but she is also a rider who can help others and take responsibility in the race. That versatility gives her great value within the team,” Badegruber says.
Susanne before Omloop Het Nieuwsblad. Photo: Getty Sport
Unfinished business
Andersen’s 2026 season came to an early end after the Norwegian Championships. Following several years of unexplained loss of power and pain in her left leg, she was diagnosed with endofibrosis in her left iliac artery.
The diagnosis came after several challenging years that had already included three broken collarbones, heart surgery and bursitis in her left hip.
She underwent surgery on August 26 and then spent a month completely off the bike. She has now started riding again, taking the first careful steps towards her return.
“I really hope this was the last big obstacle for a while and that I can finally show what I am capable of. I feel like I have been through too much now to give up,” she says.
Andersen is particularly grateful for the support she received while searching for an explanation to the problem.
“I am extremely grateful to the team, and especially Anna, who has been so supportive throughout everything, and Dr. Gemma, who never gave up on getting to the bottom of what was causing the problems.”
For the team, the health struggles have not changed the belief in what Andersen can still achieve.
“We have a lot of belief that Susanne will continue to develop. We are ready to take the next step with her and help her achieve her own goals. She brings great value to the team, and we are really proud to extend with her,” Badegruber says.
Photo: Getty Sport
Back to racing
The priority now is to rebuild step by step and return to competition at the highest level. With time to prepare for the 2027 classics, Paris-Roubaix remains one of the races firmly on Andersen’s mind.
“The most important thing is to come back competitive at the highest level. I have plenty of time now to build towards the classics, and of course it would be fun to be in shape to fight for a top 10 in Roubaix,” she says.
“But the most important thing is to take it step by step and not rush the process. I am a racer, so I am just really looking forward to racing again, feeling like myself and fighting for victories.”
“I still have big dreams about races I want to win, but also about what I can help the team achieve.”
Now the focus is on getting back there — with two more years in red and yellow and plenty of unfinished business still ahead.
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