French cycling star Julian Alaphilippe, a two-time world road race champion, has announced his retirement from professional cycling at the age of 34, concluding a 13-year career.
A Career-Defining Exit
The retirement announcement follows closely on the heels of career conclusions by Thibaut Pinot and Romain Bardet. Alaphilippe announced his retirement on Friday, August 21.
His racing style yielded two world champion titles.
The Triumphs That Defined Alaphilippe’s Career
Alaphilippe’s palmarès boasts victories.
What Alaphilippe’s Departure Means for the Future of French Cycling
Next Steps and Official Confirmations
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