Škoda becomes new partner of DECATHLON AG2R LA MONDIALE cycling teams
- Partnership signed for the next two seasons for the WorldTour and NewGen teams.
- 32 models supplied by Škoda in the colours of the DECATHLON AG2R LA MONDIALE teams.
- Opportunity to experience cycling races, including the legendary Tour de France, from within one of the best professional teams.
Originally a bicycle manufacturer before moving into motorised vehicles and four wheels, Škoda confirms its unwavering commitment to cycling through this high-profile partnership with the DECATHLON AG2R LA MONDIALE Team, DECATHLON AG2R LA MONDIALE Development Team and DECATHLON AG2R LA MONDIALE Juniors teams. A partner of the Tour de France for 20 years and the French Cycling Federation since 2015, this agreement will enable Škoda to join forces with one of the best teams around today.
Julien Bessière, Director of Škoda France
«Škoda is very proud to partner with France's leading cycling team. The goal of becoming one of the top five teams in the UCI rankings echoes our ambitions in the French and European markets. We are convinced that our shared values make this partnership a «Simply Obvious» choice. Like DECATHLON, our ambition is to make our customers» lives easier by offering them the best mobility solutions that will enable them to live their everyday adventures to the full."
Dominique Serieys, Managing Director of DECATHLON AG2R LA MONDIALE Team
«We are delighted with this new strategic partnership for the team. Škoda is a major player in the world of cycling, with a commitment that has been recognised internationally for 20 years. It is a prestigious partner that will support us over the next two seasons as we strive to achieve our future goals. It is also a major asset in terms of comfort and safety for our teams, enabling our riders and all our staff to perform in the best possible conditions.»
DECATHLON AG2R LA MONDIALE Team: a team in continuous progress
Founded in 1992, DECATHLON AG2R LA MONDIALE Team (its name since 2024) is France's most experienced professional cycling team and has been a member of the UCI World Tour (the top division of professional teams) since 2006. With 30 riders from nine different countries, including 18 French nationals, the DECATHLON AG2R LA MONDIALE team embodies a successful alliance between international diversity and French roots. Building on its remarkable performances in 2024, the team is approaching 2025 with new assets: 32 vehicles provided by Škoda and the strengthened commitment of VAN RYSEL, which offers high-performance cycles, including two models specifically developed with the professional team and leading partners.
A partnership that benefits all parties involved
Specifically, Škoda will deliver 32 vehicles in 2025, which will be branded with the colours of the three DECATHLON AG2R LA MONDIALE teams, including six 100% electric models and 12 PHEV models. Three models are planned for the Development team and three for the Juniors team.
In line with Škoda's values and commitments to offering more sustainable, innovative mobility to as many people as possible and enabling its customers to enjoy their everyday adventures without hindrance, the presence of major partners such as DECATHLON offers all parties involved a mutually beneficial collaboration and exciting opportunities for joint activations.
