Tour de France 2025. Author, philosopher, anti-doping activist... four things to know about Guillaume Martin-Guyonnet
Nicknamed "the philosopher," Guillaume Martin-Guyonnet (32) is one of the most prominent French riders ahead of the 2025 Tour de France. Renowned for his outspokenness, he joined the Groupama-FDJ team at the start of the season from Cofidis. Here are four things to know about the Frenchman.
Guillaume Martin-Guyonnet will be one of the key players in the Groupama FDJ team for the 2025 Tour de France. Photo Sipa
A professional since 2016, Guillaume Martin -Guyonnet (32 years old) has built his reputation on his climbing skills. A regular in stage races, he stands out for his consistency, frequently appearing in the top 10 of the general classifications. His track record is a testament to this: winner of the mountain classification of the 2020 Tour of Spain, he also shone on the Tour de France, finishing 8th in 2021 and 10th in 2023. Capable of competing with the world's best for places of honor, he has established himself as a formidable opponent in the mountains.
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What makes Guillaume Martin-Guyonnet unique is his academic and literary background. A philosophy graduate, he has combined his experiences as a cyclist with his intellectual reflections to produce several critically acclaimed works. His book , Philosophy of the Individual in the Group , earned him the Jacques-de-Fouchier Prize in 2023. His work even extends to theater with Platon vs. Platoche , offering a unique perspective on sport and life.
A committed personHaving arrived at Groupama-FDJ this winter after five seasons at Cofidis, Guillaume Martin-Guyonnet doesn't mince his words. The rider, the son of an actress and an aikido teacher, never hesitates to speak out on sensitive subjects. A fervent defender of clean cycling, he campaigns for the banning of ketones, the use of which has become widespread in certain teams. On the eve of the 2024 Tour de France in Florence, he also made his voice heard by taking a firm position against the National Rally , a few days before the first round of the legislative elections.
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Tour de FranceAn attacking rider, as evidenced by his recent victories in the Classic Grand Besançon Doubs and the Tour du Jura in 2025, Guillaume Martin-Guyonnet is delighted to see the Tour de France cross the roads of his native Normandy this year. "I see it as a gift from the organizers," confides the 13th-place finisher in the last Grande Boucle. The 6th stage, linking Bayeux to Vire, will be particularly symbolic, as it will pass through his village of Sainte-Honorine-la-Chardonne, promising an intense day with more than 3,500 meters of elevation gain.
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