Florian Lipowitz Achieves Historic Second Place at Paris–Nice

The 24-year-old German cyclist also claims the White Jersey as the best young rider, marking a significant milestone in his career.

Florian Lipowitz finished second overall at the Paris–Nice cycling race, 1:15 minutes behind American winner Matteo Jorgenson.
The German cyclist also secured the White Jersey, awarded to the best young rider of the competition.
Lipowitz’s performance is the best by a German at Paris–Nice since Maximilian Schachmann’s victories in 2020 and 2021.
The 24-year-old, who transitioned from biathlon to cycling, demonstrated resilience in harsh weather conditions and excelled on challenging stages.
His strong results fuel speculation about his potential debut in the Tour de France, as his team acknowledges his growing capabilities as a top contender.