TeamGiant Factory Off-Road Team
NationalityFrance
Date of BirthApril 23, 1990
HometownRaves, France
DisciplinesDH
Top results
  • 1 win, 7 podiums in World Cup DH competition
  • 2023: 5th place, Loudenvielle (France) World Cup
  • 2022: 9th at World Cup DH final round
  • 2021: 3 top-10 finishes in UCI World Cup DH series (11th overall)
  • 2020: Bronze medal, Elite Men's DH World Championship
  • 2018: 4th place, La Bresse (France) World Cup
  • 2017: 5th place, Fort William (Scotland) World Cup
  • 2016: 4th place, Lenzeireide (Switzerland) World Cup
  • 2015: 3rd place, Leogang (Austria) World Cup
  • 2013: 1st place, Vallnord (Andorra) World Cup
2024 goalsConsistent top-five finishes; World Championships podium; win national and European championships
Career goalRiding and enjoying myself and getting the best results I can against the fastest riders on the planet
Favorite raceChampery (Switzerland)
First bikeDecathlon
Favorite bikeGlory Advanced
Favorite quote"A winner is a dreamer who never gives up." - Nelson Mandela
Favorite foodHealthy food
Favorite drinkGinger beer
Pineapple on pizza?Yes
Other interestsSkiing, motocross/enduro, mountain lover
If I wasn't a pro cyclistI’d be a ski and mountain bike instructor
Cyclist who inspires youGreg Minaar

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