The men's Tour de France 2025 will see notable absences among Australian riders due to health and injury issues, with ten Australians expected to compete. Despite a low performance last year, the Australian contingent is robust, featuring riders from different teams, with Jayco-AlUla fielding the most participants. The variety of skilled riders offers potential for stage wins and strong overall performances, recalling past victories that leaned towards climbers and breakaway specialists significantly influencing the race dynamics this year.
Australia will see notable absences in the men's Tour de France, including Michael Matthews with signs of a pulmonary embolism and injured Sam Welsford and Jai Hindley.
Ten Australians are expected to participate in the Tour de France 2025, with diverse roles and ambitions, aiming for significant performances despite previous low outcomes.
Jayco-AlUla features three Australian riders, including a team leader and an emerging contender, while Bahrain-Victorious contributes two riders to the competition.
Last Australian stage win occurred in 2023 by Jai Hindley; the last overall podium finish was third place by Richie Porte in 2020.
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