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My Goal? Arriving in Paris.
A few simple words are enough for Florian Lipowitz to sum up his expectations ahead of his first Tour de France.
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For him, one thing stands above all: reaching Paris and gaining experience – step by step, race by race. The current season has been extremely solid and focused for the young German rider. With a clear plan in mind, Florian strategically selected three of the toughest WorldTour stage races in the first half of the year to prepare for his next major career step: Paris-Nice, Basque Country, and the Critérium du Dauphiné.
Each race was approached with precise focus and a clear goal: arriving at the Dauphiné in peak form. In March, he already made a strong impression by finishing second overall and winning the young rider’s jersey at Paris-Nice. In April, he followed up with an impressive fourth place in the Basque Country. Afterwards, Florian sharpened his form further with a targeted time trial test in England and an intensive altitude training camp in Sierra Nevada.
Strong first half of the season for Florian Lipowitz
At the Dauphiné, Florian stepped up as a clear team leader for the first time—and delivered impressively, finishing on the podium and securing the coveted white jersey as the best young rider. It was a clear sign that meticulous preparation pays off. This successful performance ultimately secured his place in the Tour de France team.
Florian Lipowitz before the Tour de France 2025
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The Tour de France has always been a huge dream of mine.
After a challenging start to the 2024 Grand Tour season, having been forced to abandon the Giro d’Italia due to illness after five stages, and later playing a supporting role in Primoz Roglic’s winning team at the Vuelta a España, Florian is now set for his Tour de France debut. For him, this is primarily an opportunity to gain valuable experience in one of cycling’s most demanding challenges.
With growing public attention, Florian remains humble and focused. His role at the Tour is clearly defined: riding alongside Primoz Roglic to learn and develop step by step. This participation in the Tour de France marks a significant milestone in unlocking his considerable potential.
Red Bull - BORA - hansgrohe Training ahead of Tour de France 2025
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Florian Lipowitz: „The Tour de France has always been a huge dream of mine. Actually being part of this race now feels incredibly special. I'm really looking forward to it. My goal is clear: reaching Paris. For my first participation, I’m not setting any big personal objectives, and the team isn't placing any pressure on me either. My main focus is simply to enjoy the race and perform my role as best as I can—supporting Primoz in the mountains.“
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