"We're looking forward to new victories" - Decathlon AG2R La Mondiale Team head to 2025 full of optimism

After a standout season in 2024, highlighted by 30 victories across the campaign, Decathlon AG2R La Mondiale Team have a lot to live up to 2025. As they reveal their 30-man squad for the upcoming season though, optimism is high.

"I'm delighted to present the Decathlon AG2R La Mondiale Team 2025. It embodies, through a strong collective, the ambitious project put in place for over a year with our partner Decathlon," says Delphine Stricker, Chief of Staff to the Chief Executive Officer in an official press release. "We had a 2024 season marked by results that exceeded our expectations, both for the World Tour team and for NewGen. These successes were made possible by a strengthened sporting strategy and the implementation of an integrated training program to detect and train young talent destined to join the professional ranks. In 2025, we're looking forward to new victories thanks to the talent and professionalism of our riders who are ready to give their all!"

Lead by the likes of Felix Gall, Sam Bennett, Benoit Cosnefroy and strengthened by new signings such as Johannes Staune-Mittet, Stefan Bissegger and Callum Scotson, a bigger and even better 2025 season is on the cards according to Dominique Serieys, General Manager of the French-based team.

"We would like to thank our partners for their trust and support. The momentum generated by the arrival of Decathlon and Van Rysel alongside AG2R La Mondiale has enabled us to aim for the highest level of professional cycling in the world. To achieve our goals, we have strengthened our staff through internal development and strategic recruitment. This spirit is also reflected in our workforce at riders, with the promotion of young talent and the stability provided by the team's senior staff. With state-of-the-art equipment and a shared commitment, we're ready to take on new challenges," he assesses. "The aim is to give our best in every area. Our climbers will have to be at their best in the mountains, and our sprinters will have to be at their best in the big finishes, especially in the grand tours. As in 2024, the specialists in one-day races and the puncheurs will be able to use their racing skills and stamina to win prestigious events."