Lotto Dstny will have a different name and look in 2025, as the co-sponsor will be pulling out of sponsorship, as announced Tuesday. Founded in 1985, the Lotto cycling team has a rich history in professional cycling, known for its strong performances in both one-day classics and stage races. Over the decades, it has evolved through various sponsorships and name changes, but it has consistently maintained a reputation for nurturing talented riders and achieving notable successes in the sport.
Dstny joined team in 2023
In 2023, Dstny, a Belgian telecommunications company specializing in innovative digital solutions and connectivity services, became a co-sponsor. During its tenure, the team became Belgian champions. They also won a stage in the Tour de France. With the Lotto Dstny Development Team, won the Giro Next Gen. The team is known for developing riders, and in a statement, Stéphane Heulot, CEO of Lotto Dstny, said the future looks promising.
No cause for concern for future
“We have secured all our talents for the future, which was our top priority. Additionally, I want to emphasize that behind the scenes, there has been excellent cooperation over the past two and a half years to bring all this success to realization. Crucial decisions were always made by the board of directors. This is in mutual consultation and with mutual trust. The team could always count on them,” the former French pro said.
Lotto has been in cycling for 4 decades
In terms of the future of the team, the president, Karel Van Eetvelt, says it’s healthy.
“The departure of Dstny is not a cause for concern. Various discussions are taking place to secure the future of our team, and hard work is being done. The National Lottery remains our main partner, having supported us previously during challenging times. We are determined to continue building on the solid foundations that we have today. As the oldest team in the peloton, with 40 years of rich history, we’ve seen partners come and go,” he said. “That’s part of cycling. With Orbea, we have secured a long-term international agreement. And our other partners believe in the strength of the team and ensure that our foundations remain strong.”
Over the years, Lotto has had a variety of co-sponsors, including Soudal, Merckx and Domo.
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