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Retirement of French cyclists Victor Lafay and Baptiste Huyt

Overview

French professional cyclist Victor Lafay faced an uncertain future following a season without racing due to unexplained health problems. After a trip to China, the 30-year-old climber experienced extreme fatigue and exhaustion, with medical tests failing to identify a specific cause. His team, Unibet Rose Rockets, decided not to renew his contract for 2027.

Lafay subsequently announced his retirement from professional road racing. Alongside him, Baptiste Huyet also retired from high-level cycling after his season with the German team BIKE AID. Huyet announced his intention to transition into long-distance triathlon, planning to compete in specific races in 2027.

Entities

Victor Lafay · Unibet Rose Rockets · L'Equipe · Tour de France · Cofidis

Timeline

  1. [SPORTS] 2 sources
    French cyclists Victor Lafay and Baptiste Huyet retire from professional cycling

    French cyclists Victor Lafay and Baptiste Huyet are retiring from professional road racing, with Huyet planning a transition into long-distance triathlon.

  2. [SPORTS] 3 sources
    Victor Lafay faces uncertain future due to health issues

    French cyclist Victor Lafay faces a possible career end after a season of inactivity caused by mysterious health issues and extreme fatigue. He will have no contract for 2027.

Sources

indeleiderstrui.nl · leprogres.fr · tuttobiciweb.it · wielernieuws.be · wielerverhaal.com