Geraint Thomas Ends Cycling Career at Tour of Britain Final Stage

The 2025 Tour of Britain marks the final professional race for celebrated Welsh cyclist Geraint Thomas, who is retiring after a 19-year career highlighted by his 2018 Tour de France victory and multiple Olympic golds. The six-day event, running from September 2 to 7, features prominent riders including Remco Evenepoel and Julian Alaphilippe, with the concluding stages taking place in South Wales, finishing in Cardiff. Thomas's farewell race is deeply symbolic, starting at the Geraint Thomas National Velodrome of Wales in Newport and passing significant personal landmarks such as the Maindy velodrome where he began his cycling journey. He has designed a special red jersey for the occasion, featuring Welsh symbols and motifs from his career, underscoring the emotional significance of this final ride. The route includes challenging climbs in the final stages and numerous spectator viewing points, with rolling road closures in place to ensure safety. Thomas plans to stay involved in cycling through management roles and has expressed anticipation for the emotional farewell while acknowledging the natural timing of his retirement amid a new generation of cyclists.