Tensions are simmering within Team UAE Emirates as sharp criticism emerges over the treatment of Spanish rising star Juan Ayuso. Many observers and fans are calling out what they see as unfair team dynamics, with accusations that Ayuso is consistently pushed into a secondary role behind team leader Tadej Pogačar.
“Ayuso is being marginalized in a very childish way,” one respected Spanish analyst commented in a recent interview. “He’s not just a promising rider—he’s a potential Grand Tour contender. But his growth is being stunted under a leadership structure that gives him no room to flourish.”
Despite Ayuso’s strong performances and clear potential, he has repeatedly been relegated to support roles in major races. This has fueled speculation that the young Spaniard may be considering a future outside of UAE Emirates if the situation doesn’t improve.
Neither Pogačar nor the team’s management have publicly addressed the criticism, but sources close to the squad hint at internal reassessments ahead of the Tour de France.
As fan debate intensifies, the spotlight remains fixed on UAE Emirates—not just for results, but for how they balance loyalty, leadership, and the ambitions of two potential champions.
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