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Tom Pidcock Leaves Ineos Grenadiers, Will Miss 2025 Tour de France

2026-06-23 · Tom Pidcock · Transfer

Tom Pidcock will miss the 2025 Tour de France after leaving Ineos Grenadiers for Q36.5 Pro Cycling. The 25-year-old British rider made this decision following a messy end to his time at Ineos Grenadiers.

What happened?

Tom Pidcock clashed with Ineos Grenadiers on several occasions during 2024, leading to his contract termination. He has now joined the Swiss-based Q36.5 Pro Cycling team. The team's Pro Tour level status means Tom Pidcock will ride in fewer top-tier events.

Why it matters for Tom Pidcock

A drop to a Pro Tour level outfit reduces Tom Pidcock's chances of participating in major races. He will rely on wildcards or invites to compete in prominent events.

What comes next?

Tom Pidcock aims to return to the Tour de France in 2026 with a refreshed energy. He will begin his season with Q36.5 Pro Cycling at the AlUla Tour in Saudi Arabia on 28 January. Tom Pidcock has endured ups and downs at the Tour de France, including a stunning win on Alpe d'Huez in 2022. He has yet to achieve a high finish in the general classification while balancing road cycling with other disciplines. Tom Pidcock told BBC Sport: "We'll have a year out from the Tour and try to get to the Tour 2026." He expressed happiness about having a break from the Tour de France. The Q36.5 Pro Cycling team will need to secure invites for Tom Pidcock to participate in his desired races. Tom Pidcock's profile should boost the team's chances of receiving regular invites to events. He will focus on rebuilding his road cycling career with Q36.5 Pro Cycling. Tom Pidcock's decision to leave Ineos Grenadiers follows a tumultuous 2024 season. He is now looking forward to a new chapter in his career with Q36.5 Pro Cycling. The British rider is set to compete in various events throughout the season. Tom Pidcock's fans will be eager to see him back in action. He will be riding for Q36.5 Pro Cycling in the upcoming AlUla Tour. The event will mark the beginning of Tom Pidcock's new journey with the team.

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