The ceremony of Vélo d’Or 2024, little brother of the Ballon d'Or, will be held on Friday December 6, 2024 in Paris. If we mainly crown the best runner of the season, the best runner or even the best Frenchman, this year, a new prize is appearing: the Prize Gino Mäder. Named in homage to Gino Mäderrider tragically died during the 2023 Tour de Suisse, this prize will reward solidarity actions or societal causes worn by a committed champion.
Video – When the peloton defeated Gino Mäder last year
“Highlight and stimulate social and societal initiatives”
The objective of this award is to “highlight and stimulate these social and societal initiatives, the impact of which is felt beyond sport”explained the organizers in a press release this Wednesday. This award is obviously a tribute to the Swiss runner, Gino Mäderwhich is in addition to being a rremarkable cyclist, was deeply committed to environmental and societal causes. “His legacy as an advocate for a greener planet and a more reasonable society has left an inspiring mark on the Cycling community and beyond.” added the organizers.
