Overview
- He published a retirement letter on 7 January via his social channels and Team Visma–Lease a Bike.
- The 2025 Giro title was secured with a decisive solo move on the Verrès–Sestriere stage over the Colle delle Finestre, finishing nearly four minutes ahead of Isaac Del Toro.
- He turned professional in 2014 after a track world title and established himself as a Grand Tour climbing specialist.
- His 2025 campaign also featured a Tour de France stage win, adding to a record that includes the 2018 Vuelta a España and multiple Grand Tour stage victories.
- Team sporting director Grischa Niermann praised his achievements and called the timing memorable, with no post-retirement plans disclosed.