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Decathlon–CMA CGM squad expansion and Seixas commitment

Overview

In July 2026, the Decathlon–CMA CGM men’s squad made its Tour de France debut, with 19-year-old Paul Seixas finishing fourth. Following this performance, the team announced plans to retain Seixas beyond his current contract, which runs to the end of 2027, through a longer-term extension and salary increase to be negotiated in August–September. To reinforce the squad, the team planned to add four to five new riders in September to build a stronger support unit for future Grand Tours. French President Emmanuel Macron has also expressed support for keeping the young talent on a French team.

By mid-August, Seixas addressed rumors regarding a potential early transfer to major teams, confirming his commitment to remain with Decathlon–CMA CGM through the end of his 2027 contract. In late August, Seixas was named as a leader for the upcoming cycling World Championships in Canada, scheduled for September 20 to 27, 2026. This follows his performance in Rwanda and a victory at the Tour du Pays basque.

On September 11, selector Thomas Voeckler announced the official French men’s roster for the Montréal World Championships, designating Seixas as the “undisputed leader” for the road race. He will be supported by Decathlon–CMA CGM teammates Nicolas Prodhomme and Jordan Labrosse, as well as Pavel Sivakov, Bruno Armirail, Valentin Paret-Peintre, and Alex Baudin. Seixas is also set to compete in the time trial alongside Armirail. The road race course is expected to be highly demanding, featuring steep climbs of up to 11% on the Mont-Royal circuit. In the women’s category, 20-year-old Célia Géry has been designated as the leader for the French team. Later that month, the organization confirmed the creation of a new women’s professional team for the 2027 season.

Entities

Paul Seixas · Decathlon CMA CGM · Thomas Voeckler · Célia Géry · Tadej Pogacar

Timeline

  1. 7 days ago

    [SPORTS] 16 sources
    Montréal 2026 World Cycling Championships: France announces team leaders

    France has announced its cycling selections for the 2026 World Championships in Montréal, naming 19-year-old Paul Seixas as the men's leader and Célia Géry as the leader for the women's team.

  2. 23 days ago

    [SPORTS] 2 sources
    Paul Seixas named leader for 2026 Cycling World Championships

    Nineteen-year-old Paul Seixas will lead the French cycling team at the 2026 World Championships in Canada following standout performances in recent professional races.

  3. about 1 month ago

    [SPORTS] 4 sources
    Paul Seixas confirms he will stay with Decathlon through 2027

    French cycling talent Paul Seixas has dismissed transfer rumors, confirming he will remain with Decathlon CMA CGM until his contract expires at the end of 2027.

  4. about 2 months ago

    [SPORTS] 2 sources
    Decathlon CMA CGM launches women's ProTeam for 2027 season

    Decathlon CMA CGM will launch a 12‑rider women’s ProTeam in 2027, based in La Motte‑Servolex, France, under the NewGen programme with support from Van Rysel and the French Cycling Federation.

  5. about 2 months ago

    [SPORTS] 3 sources
    Decathlon CMA CGM aims to keep 19‑year‑old Paul Seixas with contract extension and new hires

    Decathlon CMA CGM will negotiate a new long‑term contract for 19‑year‑old French cyclist Paul Seixas and announce four‑five new rider signings to build a team around him.

  6. 3 months ago

    [SPORTS] 2 sources
    Paul Seixas leads Decathlon‑CMA CGM team at Tour de France 2026

    Young French cyclist Paul Seixas will ride the Decathlon‑CMA CGM team’s RCR‑R bike at the 2026 Tour de France, a low‑cost, ultra‑versatile model marketed to both pros and amateurs.

Sources

1001infos.net · actu.fr · brujulabike.com · ciclismoaldia.es · cyclinguptodate.com · cyclismactu.net · denniksport.sk · esciclismo.com · indeleiderstrui.nl · kultura.zpravy.idnes.cz · ledauphine.com · my-angers.info · nieuwsfiets.nu · procyclinguk.com · sport.de · sport.fr · sport365.fr · sportmag.fr · sudradio.fr · tarbes7.fr · toulouse7.com · tuttobiciweb.it · velo.hu · velo101.com · wielerkrant.be · wielernieuws.be

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