Geraint Thomas will bring his illustrious cycling career to a close with a farewell appearance at the 2025 men's Tour of Britain. The race begins on Tuesday in Suffolk and concludes six days later in Cardiff, Thomas's hometown.
The final stage in Cardiff is a fitting climax for the Welshman, who started his journey at the Maindy velodrome. 'If I didn't live so close to Maindy or if I didn't live in Cardiff, I may never have ridden a bike,' Thomas told the BBC.
Thomas, who won the 2018 Tour de France and Olympic gold medals, said he feels lucky to finish on his own terms. He expects tears during the final stage and will wear a special red jersey featuring a Welsh dragon and a drawing by his son.
The race route includes challenging climbs in south Wales, such as the Tumble and Caerphilly Mountain. Headlining alongside Thomas are Remco Evenepoel, Oscar Onley, Julian Alaphilippe, and British riders Fred Wright and Tao Geoghegan Hart.
Thomas's legacy is evident in the number of young Britons now racing at elite level. His resilience and humour have been hallmarks of his 19-season career, which began with British Cycling and Team Sky.
