Jonathan Milan (Lidl-Trek) had an exceptional 2024 road season. Winner 11 times this year, including 3 stage victories on the Tour of Italy and first place in the points classification, he probably does not intend to stop there. During an interview at Radio travelhe announced that he wanted to reduce his participation in track Cycling competitions over the next two years, as his compatriot was also able to do Filippo Ganna during his career. Indeed, this season again, Milan participated in the European Championshipto Olympic Games and at World Championship track cycling. Thus, the Italian sprinter plans to focus more on the road from 2025, in order to be in top shape for possible participation in the Tour de Francewhich greatly motivated this decision.
Video – Jonathan Milan wins his 3rd victory at the 2024 Giro
“I would like to do the Tour de France”
Jonathan Milan explained the reasons for this daring choice, based on his very recent status as world champion in individual pursuit acquired at the end of October: “I'm going to take a short break for the next 1-2 years. I'd like to focus a little more on the road and maybe prepare for the track again after that. For now, let's think about the year next time I would certainly like to do the Tour de France, it would be very nice. There is also a first stage which suits our sprinters, so we will see.he concludes.
