At just 18, Emily Dixon has already carved a name for herself in the cycling world. Based in Melbourne, Australia, she represented her country in the Junior Road Race at the UCI World Championships, finishing 23rd despite a mechanical issue. Balancing her studies and a competitive cycling career, Emily has raced in Europe and specializes in climbing and multi-stage events. She credits Zwift as her starting point during the COVID lockdowns and continues to thrive as an all-rounder who loves fast descents​.

Emma Ochoa, 18, shines both on and off the bike. Fluent in Spanish and French, this Melbourne native won the BikeChain J19 National Road Series and placed highly in national-level competitions. Coached by World Tour pro Sarah Gigante, Emma dreams of racing in Europe while studying nutrition. She began her cycling journey with her father and completed her first 100km ride at just 9 years old, making her a formidable climber and stage racer​.

Hailing from Calgary, Canada, Anabelle Thomas has been a junior national champion and competed in elite road and track events. Her 2024 season saw her racing across Europe with a Continental team, embracing the challenges of international pelotons. With her team folding, Anabelle turned to Zwift Academy to continue chasing her pro cycling dreams. A passionate and adaptable rider, she thrives in diverse racing environments​.

Slovenian cyclist Tjaša Sušnik, 22, combines her studies in chemistry with a strong passion for road racing. Despite challenges with team transitions, she has competed in prestigious events like the Tour de l’Ardèche and Tour de l’Avenir. Turning to Zwift Academy, Tjaša aims to reignite her racing career on the international stage​.

Italian climber Mattia Gaffuri, 25, returns to Zwift Academy after a standout year. Known for his second-place finish at the European Climber's Championships and multiple UCI Granfondo victories, Mattia’s passion for both gravel and road racing is unmatched. A former U23 Giro d’Italia competitor, he has spent the past year honing his skills at the highest amateur levels​.

German rider Friedrich Klein, 18, is making waves in both mountain and road cycling. After an exchange year in Canada racing junior XC events, he returned to Europe for a successful season in Swiss Cups and Junior Series races. Known for his climbing strength, Friedrich is now exploring road racing and embracing its longer distances​.

Elliot Bain’s journey into cycling began as a fitness alternative to football in 2021. This 21-year-old Glaswegian has quickly risen through the ranks, racing with the Scottish amateur team Vanelli Project-Go. Known for his analytical approach to training, Elliot is focused on becoming a stronger competitor while embracing the steep learning curves of elite racing​.

Noah Ramsay, 21, blends a background in competitive hockey with elite-level cycling. Based in Toronto, he has competed in various disciplines, including XCO mountain biking, cyclocross, and road racing. Noah’s highlights include podium finishes at Canadian national championships and a top-five result at a World Cup short track event. His versatility and determination make him a standout competitor​.