Erja Bianchi is an exciting and explosive 18-year-old talent hailing from Northern Italy, with roots nestled between bustling Milan and the picturesque shores of Lago Maggiore. Cycling has been a part of her life from the very beginning.

“I started pedalling when I was three years old, but I had already tried many other sports because I was a very lively child. At seven, I followed in the footsteps of my older brother and officially started cycling. He stopped shortly after but he helped me find my way.”

Having raced almost exclusively on home soil in her junior years, Erja swiftly established herself as a commanding presence in the 2024 Italian U19 scene, amassing no fewer than seven victories and a string of top-five finishes. The 2025 season followed a similar trajectory, highlighted by a strong fourth place in the Italian national road race – reaffirming her potential in one of cycling’s most competitive nations. Representing the respected junior squad Biesse-Carrera, Erja and her teammates capped both 2024 and 2025 with victories in the Italian Junior Team Time Trial Championships.

Erja’s talent extends to the track, where she earned two international silver medals in the team pursuit at the 2025 European Track Championships in Portugal and at the UCI Junior Track World Championships in the Netherlands.

Back in 2024, she took an unconventional path for a road racer by competing in the team sprint at the European Track Championships, claiming bronze. The result showcased her lightning-fast acceleration – one of her most potent weapons on the road.

Away from training and racing, Erja balances her final year of scientific sports high school by enjoying some of life’s simple pleasures – laughing, sunshine, and pizza.

In short, Erja brings a vibrant new spark to the elite peloton – a valuable addition of extra Italian flair!