Laurence Pithie
Laurence Pithie (born 17 July 2002 in Christchurch, New Zealand) is a fast-finishing all-rounder racing for Red Bull – BORA – hansgrohe. After a strong U23 campaign, he made an instant impression at WorldTour level with results in bunch sprints and one-day races. Pithie has shown particular promise in the northern classics, combining speed, race instinct and toughness over cobbles and in unpredictable conditions. Find Laurence Pithie’s latest results, stats and race calendar on this page.
Biography of pro cyclist Laurence Pithie
Laurence Pithie is a versatile New Zealand rider who combines a quick sprint with the strength and tactical awareness needed for hard, technical finales. That blend has made him a genuine threat in the one-day Classics and a valuable asset in stage races.
Since joining Red Bull-Bora-Hansgrohe, Pithie has continued to develop into a rider capable of competing against the sport's biggest names, with ambitions that stretch towards the Monuments.
Early life and cycling background in New Zealand
Pithie grew up in Christchurch, on New Zealand's South Island, and progressed through the junior and under-23 ranks before earning a place in the professional peloton. Like many riders from New Zealand, he had to travel far from home to chase opportunities in the heart of European cycling, and he quickly proved he belonged.
His talent was clear from his early professional seasons, where he showed both the speed to win sprints and the resilience to survive demanding races.
Breakthrough season and first WorldTour win
Pithie's breakthrough came in 2024, when he won the Cadel Evans Great Ocean Road Race, a prestigious WorldTour one-day event in Australia. The same year he claimed the overall title at the Quatre Jours de Dunkerque, and he impressed at Paris-Nice, where he wore the leader's jersey after strong early showings. These results announced him as one of the most exciting young talents in the sport.
In 2025 he continued to feature at the front, taking a podium finish at the Cadel Evans Great Ocean Road Race and making his Tour de France debut with Red Bull-Bora-Hansgrohe. He also tested himself against the elite in the Spring Classics, confirming his ambition to compete at the highest level.
Rider profile: strengths and style
Pithie is a fast, durable all-rounder. He has the finishing speed to win reduced-bunch sprints and the strength to stay near the front over tough terrain and on technical finales. That combination makes him well suited to the hilly Classics and to stage races where punchy finishes decide the day. He has spoken openly of his desire to challenge for Monument victories, an ambition that reflects both his confidence and his range.
Personal life
A proud New Zealander, Pithie has often spoken about his passion for the sport and his commitment to making the most of his opportunities on the world stage. Racing far from home, he has become one of the leading riders carrying New Zealand cycling's hopes in the European peloton.
Records and milestones
- Winner of the Cadel Evans Great Ocean Road Race (2024)
- Overall winner of the Quatre Jours de Dunkerque (2024)
- Wore the leader's jersey at Paris-Nice (2024)
- Podium finish at the Cadel Evans Great Ocean Road Race (2025)
- Tour de France debut (2025)
- Rides for Red Bull-Bora-Hansgrohe
What's next for Laurence Pithie?
The next phase of Pithie's career is about converting promise into major one-day results. With the backing of Red Bull-Bora-Hansgrohe, he is targeting a bigger role in the Classics, with the Monuments firmly in his sights. If he continues to develop, the New Zealander has the tools to become a regular contender in cycling's most prestigious one-day races.
