Cyclist weighs event choices

Paul Seixas, a top young cyclist, is thinking about not racing in the 2027 Tour de France. He wants to focus instead on the Giro d'Italia and the world championships in Haute-Savoie. He had a strong season in 2026, winning the Tour de Lombardie and finishing fourth in the Tour de France.

Focus on personal goals

Seixas is considering skipping the Tour de France because the world championships in late August are near his grandparents’ home in Sallanches. He feels the three-week Tour de France in July might interfere with his preparation for the world event. He wants to be at his best for the championships.

Cyclist shares his thoughts

During an interview on the Super Moscato Show on RMC, Seixas talked about his decision. He said the 2027 Tour de France route is good for his climbing skills, but balancing both events is hard at his age. He plans to decide with his coaches which Grand Tour to prioritize.

Media suggests a choice

According to journalist Beppe Conti on Rai Radiocorsa, it seems Seixas might skip the Tour de France. Conti thinks Seixas will focus on the Giro d'Italia in May to build his form for the world championships. This plan would let him rest in early summer and improve his performance in the Alps for the championships.

Potential rivalry in Giro

If Seixas chooses the Giro d'Italia, it could lead to a competition with Mexican cyclist Isaac del Toro of UAE Team Emirates. This time, del Toro won’t have the support of Tadej Pogacar, which could make the Giro d'Italia more competitive between them.