The French cycling team has revealed its lineup for the Track World Championships, which will be held in Shanghai from October 14 to 18. This international competition will serve as the first step in the qualification process for the 2028 Los Angeles Olympic Games. The team will be led by Benjamin Thomas and Bryan Coquard in men's events, with Mathilde Gros participating in several speed events. Other notable athletes in the selection include Oscar Nilsson-Julien, Victoire Berteau, Clara Copponi, Marion Borras, and Valentin Tabellion. The qualification path to the Olympics will consist of two World Championships, two European Championships, and four rounds of the World Cup. This means that performances at this event in Shanghai will be crucial for athletes hoping to secure a spot in Los Angeles. The World Championships will test a variety of track cycling disciplines, from individual and team pursuits to sprints and elimination races. The French selection includes a range of athletes across different disciplines. In men's events, Bryan Coquard will compete in the American event, while Oscar Nilsson-Julien will take on the Omnium. Mathieu Dupé and Erwan Besnier are set to compete in the Individual Pursuit, and Benjamin Thomas will be in the Points Race. Valentin Tabellion will compete in the Elimination, and the Team Pursuit will be led by Mathieu Dupé, Erwan Besnier, Valentin Tabellion, Oscar Nilsson-Julien, and Benjamin Thomas. For the Team Sprint, Timmy Gillion, Rayan Helal, and Etienne Oliviero will compete, with Tom Derache as a potential replacement. Tom Derache and Rayan Helal will also compete in the Keirin and Individual Sprint, while Etienne Oliviero will take on the Kilometre event. In women's events, Clara Copponi and Marion Borras will compete in the American event, while Victoire Berteau will take on the Omnium. Zoé Bihan will be in the Individual Pursuit, and Marion Borras will also compete in the Points Race. Valentine Fortin will be in the Elimination event. The Team Pursuit will be led by Clara Copponi, Marion Borras, Victoire Berteau, Zoé Bihan, and Valentine Fortin. For the Team Sprint, Marie-Divine Kouamé, Marie-Louise Drouode, and Mathilde Gros will compete, with Axelle Etienne as a possible replacement. Mathilde Gros will also compete in the Keirin and Individual Sprint, as well as the Kilometre event alongside Marie-Louise Drouode.