The 30-year old Slovenian Janez Brajkovic, signed two seasons with the UnitedHealthcare Team. Health problems and injuries have disrupted Brajkovic at the 2014 season. He hopes to rebound with the American training. His best result this year is a 3rd place at the Vuelta a Burgos.

Brajkovič commented : “I’m very excited to join the UnitedHealthcare Pro Cycling Team. I’m extremely motivated and I know we’ll have great years together. I’m ready to lead when appropriate, and also to work for my new team as the race and situation demands it. Teamwork is a very strong component with this program and I’m looking forward to contributing to that.”

Goals for the 2015 season include weeklong stage races in Europe and the United States, especially races like the Amgen Tour of California, Larry H. Miller Tour of Utah, and USA Pro Challenge, which suit Brajkovič’s riding style and are particularly important to the UnitedHealthcare Pro Cycling Team.

General manager Mike Tamayo commented, “Jani was looking for a team where he could be a leader and get back to his winning ways, where teamwork is a primary focus. An atmosphere in which the team will rally behind him and one that he can also give back to. We can provide that tight-knit community and level of support to get Jani back to a place where he is winning races. He’s a great fit for the UnitedHealthcare Pro Cycling Team, as a rider and a personality.”