Former Tour de France Winner Geraint Thomas Retires After 20-Year Career

Geraint Thomas, the 2018 Tour de France winner and twice Olympic champion, retired in 2025 after a distinguished 20-year cycling career, concluding with the Tour of Britain’s final stage in his hometown of Cardiff. His farewell race was emotionally charged, beginning at a velodrome named after him and passing significant personal landmarks, culminating in a tearful finish cheered by fans and teammates. Thomas's career was marked by a remarkable evolution from finishing near last in his first Tour de France to becoming a yellow jersey champion and supporting multiple team victories with Team Sky, now Ineos Grenadiers. Known as the 'life and soul of the party,' Thomas celebrated his retirement with a large gathering at Cardiff Castle and plans to transition into a management role to mentor future cyclists. Despite not matching the career totals of cycling legends, his victories—including Olympic gold and a memorable Tour stage on Alpe d'Huez—solidified his place in the sport’s history. His legacy is cherished both for his sporting achievements and his personable character within the cycling community.