Arnaud Démare out of Groupama-FDJ's Paris-Roubaix team, Stefan Küng looks to revalidate podium

Groupama-FDJ had Arnaud Démare lined up for Paris-Roubaix but lacking the form, the Frenchman and the team decided it wasn't meant to be this year. Without Valentin Madouas who prepares for the Ardennes, it will be up to last year's third place Stefan Küng to lead the charge.

The Swiss rider turned into a classics specialist last year as he rode to a very consistent and strong spring, and he's not been too far from the same level this year. After finishing sixth at both E3 Saxo Classic and Tour of Flanders, Küng takes on Roubaix which should suit his powerhouse specialty even more. The flat cobbles will be ideal for him to use his raw power to make the difference, whilst he is a very dangerous rider when it comes to attacks.

Fabien Lienhard, Miles Scotson, Olivier Le Gac, Jake Stewart come in for support, as the French team also look to give some experience to young riders such as Lewis Askey and Samuel Watson. After last year's podium the team has realistic expectations to aim for the same.

Groupama-FDJ for Paris-Roubaix: Stefan Küng, Fabien Lienhard, Miles Scotson, Olivier Le Gac, Jake Stewart, Lewis Askey and Samuel Watson.