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Team TotalEnergies
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Team TotalEnergies (UCI team code: TEN) is a professional road bicycle racing team that competes as a UCI ProTeam in UCI Continental Circuits races and UCI World Tour races when invited as a wild card entry. In previous years, the team was known as Brioches La Boulangère, Bonjour, Bouygues Télécom, Bbox Bouygues Telecom, and Europcar. The 2015 season was the last under the sponsorship of Europcar. The team has been sponsored by Direct Énergie since 2016.[1]
Key Information
Beginnings
[edit]The team was founded in 1984 as Système U. The team disbanded in 1985 but returned in 1986 under new management. Cyrille Guimard became the directeur sportif, bringing his protégé Laurent Fignon. A change of sponsor in 1990 renamed the team Castorama.
In 1992, Guimard became manager of the team. In 1995, Jean-René Bernaudeau, a former professional racer, became director of the team. From 1996 to 1999, the team withdrew from top-level competition. Bernaudeau set up a development team in the Vendée region called Vendée U.
History
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In 2000, the team again became a professional team Bonjour, still under the control of the sporting director Bernaudeau. In 2003, the team became "Brioches La Boulangère", then "Bouygues Télécom" in 2005. The amateur team Vendée U still acts as feeder team for the professional team.
As Bonjour and Brioches La Boulangère, the team gained prominence with promising young stars Fabrice Salanson, Thomas Voeckler and Sylvain Chavanel. Salanson's death due to heart disease in 2003 was a blow to the team. Voeckler wore the yellow jersey as leader of the general classification for 10 days in the 2004 Tour de France while also French national champion and became a national hero.
The team competes mainly in French races. Chavanel left the team in 2005 to join Cofidis.
On 29 September 2009, Bbox Bouygues Telecom along with Cofidis were not allowed to renew their ProTour licenses due to poor results.[2]
2010–2011
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In their first season post-relegation, the team made showings at some grand tours, winning several stages and holding various classification jerseys. They had particular success in the Giro d'Italia and the Tour de France. However, sponsorship questions and unmet desires to rejoin the top tier, continued to dog the team.
In late 2010, following a lengthy struggle to secure a sponsor for the 2011 season, Europcar was confirmed as the replacement, after assurances that then- French National Champion Thomas Voeckler would remain with the team,[3] but the guarantee of the team's future, so late that it necessitated an extension of the usual UCI deadline for licence application, was too late to retain the services of Pierrick Fédrigo and Nicolas Vogondy. Voeckler's contract is worth over 400,000 euros a year, second only to Sylvain Chavanel among French riders, although he had been offered nearly twice as much to leave Bernadeau's team and join Cofidis for the 2011 season.[4][5][6]
Following these sponsorship questions, the team had its best year to date in 2011, winning stages in Paris–Nice and the Critérium du Dauphiné (in which they also took the team competition). In July, Thomas Voeckler won and held the overall lead in the Tour of France for 10 days; support rider Pierre Rolland received accolades for his defense of Voeckler,[7] and later took a stage victory on the famous Alpe d'Huez climb, leading to the race's overall white jersey title.[8] The team also fielded Yohann Gène, the first black rider in the Tour.[9] Europcar hoped that its new higher profile will allow it compete internationally in 2012 and sign more notable riders.[10]
2012 season
[edit]Team Europcar failed to achieve World Tour status for the second year. Nevertheless, the team showed strong early-season form, taking second at the renowned Paris–Roubaix with Sébastien Turgot, and then winning the next classic on the schedule, as Thomas Voeckler rode solo to victory for 30 kilometers at the Brabantse Pijl.[11][12][13] Following that result, the team continued their spring success with top-five showings from Voeckler in both Ardennes Week classics, the Amstel Gold and Liège–Bastogne–Liège.[14]
The squad sent to Gabon also enjoyed stage victories in late April from both Géne and Voeckler, while Anthony Charteau won the overall lead for the third year running;[15][16][17] and in Europe team sprinter Matteo Pelucchi took a stage in Dunkerque at the beginning of May.
In April the team received a wildcard invitation to the Tour de France, along with three other French-registered teams.[18] In the Tour, Europcar rider Voeckler won stages 10 and 16 and the King of the Mountains jersey, and Pierre Rolland won stage 11.
2013 season
[edit]Although negotiations with lead sponsor Europcar to extend their sponsorship beyond the end of the season have so far been unsuccessful,[19] the team began their season with strong showings in some early races, seeing Yohann Gène taking a stage as well as winning the overall classification at La Tropicale Amissa Bongo, the team's fourth successive overall victory in Gabon.[20][21] The team later took three successive stage wins at the Étoile de Bessèges, with Bryan Coquard winning the second and fourth stages,[22][23] and Jérôme Cousin winning the third stage.[24]
Coquard took two wins at the Tour de Langkawi, winning stages eight and nine. In the team's first World Tour appearance of the season, at Paris–Nice, Damien Gaudin achieved a victory in the race-opening prologue. Gaudin won the Cholet-Pays de Loire single-day race, later in March, while Anthony Charteau won the fourth stage of the Tour de Normandie. In April, Pierre Rolland won the penultimate stage of the Circuit de la Sarthe, en route to winning the race overall.[25]
Cyril Gautier won the Tour du Finistère from an eight-rider breakaway move, while Natnael Berhane won the queen stage of the Tour of Turkey, finishing the race second overall the first place on the General Classification was awarded to Berhane after an anti-doping rule violation.[26] Coquard's good performances saw him take the lead of the UCI Europe Tour, and continued his form into may, winning the second stage of the Tour de Picardie.
In June, David Veilleux soloed to an opening stage victory at the Critérium du Dauphiné, while Thomas Voeckler also won a stage at the race. Gène won the second stage of the Route du Sud, and Voeckler took the queen stage of the race the following day, going on to win the race overall. Veilleux continued his form into the Boucles de la Mayenne, winning the race overall. In August, Angelo Tulik achieved his first professional victory by winning the final stage of the inaugural Tour des Fjords. Coquard won his first one-day race, by winning the Châteauroux Classic to take the lead of the French Road Cycling Cup from FDJ.fr rider Anthony Geslin. Voeckler won the penultimate stage time trial of the Tour du Poitou-Charentes, to take the overall lead of the race. He maintained the lead until the end, to win the race for the second time.
Team roster
[edit]- As of 9 January 2025.[27]
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Major wins
[edit]National champions
[edit]- 2001
France Road Race Championships, Didier Rous- 2003
- France Road Race Championships, Didier Rous
- 2004
- France Road Race Championships, Thomas Voeckler
- 2005
- France Road Race Championships, Pierrick Fédrigo
- 2006
Netherlands Time Trial Championships, Stef Clement- 2007
Estonia Road Race Championship, Erki Pütsep- Netherlands Time Trial Championship, Stef Clement
- 2010
- France Road Race Championships, Thomas Voeckler
- France Time Trial Championships, Nicolas Vogondy
- 2011
- France Time Trial Championships, Christophe Kern
- 2013
Japan Road Race Championships, Yukiya Arashiro- 2014
Eritrea Time Trial Championships, Natnael Berhane- 2015
Namibian Road Race Championships, Dan Craven- 2019
- Estonia Time Trial Championships, Rein Taaramäe
References
[edit]- ^ "Europcar devient Direct Energie". Retrieved 15 September 2015.
- ^ "Новости велоспорта – Командам Cofidis и BBox Bouygues Telecom отказано в продлении лицензии ПроТура". Velosportnews.ru. 2009-09-29. Archived from the original on 2011-10-09. Retrieved 2012-07-22.
- ^ Jean-François Quénet. "Europcar Confirms Three-year Sponsorship Deal". Cyclingnews.com. Retrieved 2012-07-22.
- ^ "Thomas Voeckler : Un avenir doré ?". Francesoir.fr. Archived from the original on 2012-07-14. Retrieved 2012-07-22.
- ^ "Tour de France 2011 : Voeckler, Chavanel... Les salaires des Français !". Sportune.fr. 2011-11-24. Retrieved 2012-07-22.
- ^ Edward Pickering (2012-04-11). "The secret life of Thomas Voeckler". Cyclesportmag.com. Retrieved 2012-07-22.
- ^ Laura Weislo (2011-07-16). "Voeckler A Tour De France Contender, Says Armstrong". Cyclingnews.com. Retrieved 2012-07-22.
- ^ Jean-François Quénet (2011-07-24). "Voeckler Best Frenchman Since 2000". Cyclingnews.com. Retrieved 2012-07-22.
- ^ Miller, John W. (23 July 2011). "The Jackie Robinson of Cycling". The Wall Street Journal.
- ^ Hedwig Kröner (2011-07-24). "Europcar To Strengthen Squad After Success At The Tour De France". Cyclingnews.com. Retrieved 2012-07-22.
- ^ "Voeckler wins Brabantse Pijl". Velonews. 2012-04-11. Retrieved 2012-07-22.
- ^ Brecht Decaluwé (2010-07-09). "Turgot Emerges As A Future Paris–Roubaix Contender". Cyclingnews.com. Retrieved 2012-07-22.
- ^ "Voeckler And Europcar Struggling For Early Season Invitations". Cyclingnews.com. Retrieved 2012-07-22.
- ^ "Unlucky Crash For Voeckler In Liège–Bastogne–Liège". Cyclingnews.com. 2011-10-20. Retrieved 2012-07-22.
- ^ "Gabon/Cycling: Thomas Voeckler wins third lap of Tropicale Amissa Bongo, Gabon". Star Africa. Archived from the original on 2013-01-04. Retrieved 2012-07-22.
- ^ "Cycling/Tropicale Amissa Bongo (1st lap): Algeria's Abdelmalek Madani finishes second". Starafrica.com. Archived from the original on 2012-09-13. Retrieved 2012-07-22.
- ^ Pierre Boisselet (28 April 2012). "Tropicale Amissa Bongo : Europcar écrase la concurrence à l'avant-dernier jour de la fin – JeuneAfrique.com". JeuneAfrique.com.
- ^ "Argos-Shimano receives Tour de France wildcard invitation". Cycling News. 6 April 2012. Retrieved 5 July 2012.
- ^ "Pourquoi donc changer?" [Why change?]. L'Équipe (in French). Éditions Philippe Amaury. 11 January 2013. Retrieved 31 January 2013.
- ^ "Yohann Gène wins stage six of the Tour of Gabon". SNTV. 7M Sport. 20 January 2013. Retrieved 1 February 2013.
- ^ "Yohann Gène wins Tour of Gabon". SNTV. Yahoo!. 21 January 2013. Archived from the original on 17 February 2013. Retrieved 1 February 2013.
- ^ "Bryan Coquard takes stage 2 at 2013 Etoile de Besseges; Michael Van Staeyen holds lead". VeloNews. 31 January 2013. Retrieved 1 February 2013.
- ^ "Coquard wins stage 4". Cycling News. 2 February 2013. Retrieved 2 February 2013.
- ^ "Cousin wins from a breakaway". Cycling News. 1 February 2013. Retrieved 1 February 2013.
- ^ "Tour of Turkey Victory Passed to Eritrean Natnael Berhane". Archived from the original on 2014-03-24. Retrieved 2014-04-28.
- ^ "Tour of Turkey Victory Passed to Eritrean Natnael Berhane". Archived from the original on 2014-03-24. Retrieved 2014-04-28.
- ^ "TotalEnergies". UCI.org. Union Cycliste International. Retrieved 9 January 2025.
External links
[edit]
Wikimedia Commons has media related to Bonjour cycling team, Bbox Bouygues Telecom, Bouygues Telecom cycling team and Team Direct Énergie.
- Official website
- "Peter Sagan rejoint l'équipe TotalEnergies" [Peter Sagan joins the TotalEnergies team] (Press release) (in French). Team TotalEnergies. 3 August 2021.
Team TotalEnergies
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History
Origins and early teams (1984–1999)
The origins of what would become Team TotalEnergies trace back to the Système U cycling team, established in 1984 as a professional squad focused on French racing circuits.[10] This early iteration achieved successes in domestic events, including stage wins at the Grand Prix du Midi-Libre by riders such as Patrick Bonnet and Marc Durant.[11] However, the team disbanded at the end of 1985 amid sponsorship challenges following the dissolution of the prominent Renault-Elf-Gitane structure.[12] The squad reformed in 1986 under the renewed Système U banner, with co-sponsorship from Canyon bicycles and management by Cyrille Guimard, a former champion turned directeur sportif renowned for nurturing French talent like Laurent Fignon.[13] Guimard, who had previously led Renault-Elf to multiple Tour de France victories, emphasized a strategy centered on aggressive racing and development of homegrown riders, securing wins in French classics and stage races during the late 1980s.[14] In 1990, the team underwent a major rebranding to Castorama, sponsored by the French home improvement retailer, which provided stability and attracted high-profile riders including Fignon, Luc Leblanc, Thierry Marie, and Bjarne Riis.[15] Under this sponsorship, the team notched notable results, such as second place in the 1991 Tour de France team classification and Marie's victory in that year's prologue, highlighting their competitive edge in grand tours.[16] By 1995, management shifted to Jean-René Bernaudeau, a former professional rider from the Vendée region who had competed under Guimard in earlier years, bringing a focus on sustainable growth and youth integration.[17] The Castorama era ended abruptly in 1996 when the sponsor withdrew support, forcing the team into lower-division continental racing and reduced visibility on the international stage.[17] This period of instability underscored the fragility of sponsorship-dependent teams, yet it reinforced the squad's regional roots in Vendée, where Bernaudeau had already laid groundwork for talent pipelines. In 1999, he formalized Vendée U as the primary development squad, building on its 1991 amateur foundations to nurture French prospects in the heart of the Vendée bocage, establishing a core identity of local loyalty and methodical rider progression.[18][19][20]Rebirth and ProTeam status (2000–2010)
In 2000, Jean-René Bernaudeau re-established the team as a professional outfit named Bonjour, basing operations at the Manoir Saint-Michel in the Vendée region of France to foster local cycling development.[21] The squad quickly integrated with the regional amateur structure, drawing from the Vendée Cycliste committee's resources to build a stable foundation.[18] Early momentum came through targeted performances, including a Tour de France stage victory by rider Christophe Rinero in the mountains, highlighting the team's aggressive racing style despite a modest budget. The team underwent sponsorship transitions that elevated its profile, renaming to Brioches La Boulangère in 2003 under bakery backing that supported expanded operations.[17] By 2005, telecommunications firm Bouygues Télécom became the title sponsor, securing UCI ProTeam status and guaranteeing invitations to major races like the Tour de France.[22] This period marked a peak in visibility, with the team emphasizing French talent and tactical cohesion under Bernaudeau's direction. Key achievements underscored the team's resurgence, notably Thomas Voeckler's capture of the yellow jersey at the 2004 Tour de France, which he defended for 10 consecutive days amid intense pressure from favorites like Lance Armstrong.[23] Voeckler also claimed the French national road race championship that year while wearing the tricolore jersey in the Tour.[22] Additional highlights included Didier Rous securing French road race titles in 2001 and 2003, bolstering the squad's domestic dominance with multiple national championships across the decade.[24] These results, often in breakaways and one-day classics, established Bouygues Télécom as a resilient mid-tier ProTeam focused on opportunistic wins.[17] Challenges emerged toward the decade's end, as the team struggled with inconsistent UCI World Rankings despite 13 victories in 2009, including two Tour de France stages.[25] In September 2009, the UCI denied renewal of its ProTeam license due to finishing 19th in the rankings, below the threshold for automatic elite status.[26] This led to a downgrade to Professional Continental status for 2010, requiring wildcard invitations for Grand Tours and prompting strategic adjustments.[27] Throughout the era, Bernaudeau prioritized youth development by integrating Vendée U as the team's reserve squad, scouting and nurturing promising French riders like Voeckler from under-23 ranks into professionals.[18] This pipeline produced several debutants who contributed to the pro team's successes, emphasizing long-term sustainability over short-term stars.[28]Professional Continental challenges (2011–2020)
In 2011, the team rebranded as Team Europcar under the sponsorship of the French car rental company, maintaining its UCI Professional Continental status and relying on wildcard invitations for major events. This year marked a breakthrough at the Tour de France, where leader Thomas Voeckler captured the yellow jersey after stage 9 and defended it for 10 consecutive days until stage 19, becoming the first French rider to wear it for such an extended period since 2004. Teammate Pierre Rolland capped the campaign by winning stage 19 to Alpe d'Huez, the first French victory on the iconic climb since 1984, securing the team a strong 13th place in the teams classification. These results highlighted the team's resilience despite its lower-tier status, which limited automatic access to WorldTour races. The following years saw continued success in the Tour de France, bolstering the team's reputation. In 2012, Voeckler claimed the King of the Mountains classification with consistent breakaways, including victories on stage 10 to Bellegarde-sur-Valserine and stage 16 to Bagnères-de-Luchon, while Rolland added a stage 11 win on La Toussuire. The 2013 edition brought another highlight with Rolland's victory on stage 12 to Annemasse, his third Tour stage overall and a demonstration of the team's climbing prowess. Meanwhile, young sprinter Bryan Coquard, who joined in 2013, emerged as a key asset with multiple victories outside the Grand Tours, including stage 2 of the Étoile de Bessèges and the overall Tour de Picardie, signaling the team's diversification beyond mountainous terrain. A brief elevation to UCI WorldTeam status in 2014 provided automatic entry to all WorldTour events, allowing greater participation and visibility, though the team struggled to replicate prior Grand Tour results. By 2016, sponsorship shifted to energy supplier Direct Énergie, reflecting the team's French focus and financial stability amid fluctuating backers; this partnership continued until 2020, when it evolved into Total Direct Énergie following the sponsor's acquisition by the oil giant. Key achievements during this phase included Coquard's consistent sprint performances in the Tour de France from 2014 to 2017, such as second place on stage 16 in 2014 and multiple top-three finishes in 2016, which earned him points toward the green jersey competition despite no stage wins. As a Professional Continental squad for most of the decade, the team faced ongoing challenges with wildcard invitations to Grand Tours, particularly the Giro d'Italia and Vuelta a España, where access was inconsistent and prioritized for higher-ranked outfits. This restricted opportunities for broader international exposure, prompting a strategic emphasis on French Classics like Paris-Nice and one-day races such as the Grand Prix de Plouay, where riders like Voeckler and Coquard secured podiums and wins to sustain momentum and attract sponsorship. Despite these hurdles, the period underscored the team's adaptability and commitment to developing French talent, laying groundwork for future elevations.Return to ProTeam and modern era (2021–present)
In June 2021, the team rebranded from Total Direct Énergie to Team TotalEnergies to align with its title sponsor's corporate name change from Total to TotalEnergies, introducing a new kit design featuring green and blue colors reflective of sustainable energy themes.[29] This rebranding coincided with the team's UCI ProTeam status, which, alongside its high-profile French sponsorship, facilitated invitations to all three Grand Tours in 2021 and 2022 despite not always qualifying for automatic entry as one of the top two ProTeams.[30] In December 2022, TotalEnergies extended its title sponsorship, with the commitment running through the end of the 2026 season.[31][4] However, in September 2025, the company announced that the sponsorship would conclude after the 2026 season as it shifts focus to broader cycling initiatives, including a partnership with the Tour de France.[4] The 2021–2022 period marked a resurgence for the team, with 15 victories in 2022 alone, including standout performances in UCI ProSeries events such as Julien Simon's win at the Grand Prix du Morbihan and podium finishes in WorldTour races like Anthony Turgis's second place at Milan–San Remo.[32] These results highlighted the team's aggressive racing style, often through breakaways, and contributed to an 11th-place finish in the UCI ProTeam rankings that year.[32] From 2023 to 2024, the team maintained a strong French identity, nurturing domestic talent while securing consistent invitations to key events, including the Tour de France where riders like Pierre Latour excelled in breakaways during aggressive mountain stages. The sponsorship commitment further stabilized operations, allowing focus on rider development amid competitive pressures in the ProTeam category.[31] In the 2025 season, Team TotalEnergies recorded 13 victories, demonstrating depth across international races, with Joris Delbove claiming the general classification at the Petronas Le Tour de Langkawi and Fabien Doubey securing overall success at the Tour du Rwanda.[8] Additional one-day wins by Alexys Brunel and Mattéo Vercher, including Vercher's triumph at the Tour du Doubs, underscored the team's versatility.[33][8] Throughout this modern era, the squad has emphasized youth development by integrating promising French riders into its roster and aligning with TotalEnergies' sustainability goals, such as promoting cleaner energy initiatives within the sport.[3]Organization
Management
Jean-René Bernaudeau has served as the general manager of Team TotalEnergies since 1995, initially as director of the team's predecessor before founding the modern professional squad in 2000 under the name Bonjour.[29][2] In 1991, he established Vendée U, a development team in the Pays de la Loire region, to cultivate emerging French cycling talent and serve as a pipeline to the professional roster.[18] Bernaudeau's strategic emphasis on regional youth development has positioned the team as a key promoter of French riders, integrating them into a structured progression from amateur to elite levels.[2] The team's sporting direction is overseen by Director of Sport Benoit Genauzeau, supported by a group of directeurs sportifs including assistant directors such as Cyril Lemoine, Romain Sicard, Maxime Robin (also scientific director), Dominique Arnould, Lylian Lebreton, and Thibaut Macé.[34][35][36] These leaders make critical decisions on race participation, tactical approaches, and individualized rider progression, balancing competitive objectives with long-term development goals.[35] Headquartered at Manoir Saint-Michel in the Bocage Vendéen area of Vendée, France, the organization maintains strong ties to local authorities, including the Conseil Départemental de Vendée, which provides ongoing regional backing for infrastructure and youth programs.[2][37] Sponsor negotiations have secured extensions with title partner TotalEnergies through the 2026 season, ensuring stability for participation in major events like the Tour de France.[38] At its core, Team TotalEnergies embodies a philosophy of solidarity, audacity, and performance, fostering a collective ethos where riders and staff prioritize teamwork, bold racing strategies, and high-level results while upholding humility and regional pride.[2] This guiding principle, instilled by Bernaudeau, drives the team's operational decisions and cultural identity.[39]Riders
As of the 2025 season, Team TotalEnergies fields a roster of 29 riders, with the vast majority being French nationals, reflecting the team's strong domestic roots.[6][40] The squad spans ages from 20 to 38, blending experienced veterans with emerging talents to balance leadership in major races and depth for multi-day events.[6] The team's structure emphasizes specialized roles to maximize opportunities in diverse race formats. Pierre Latour, a 30-year-old French rider, serves as the primary general classification (GC) leader, having contributed steadily to the team's Grand Tour campaigns since joining in 2018 and focusing on consistent performances in stage races.[6] Anthony Turgis, also French and aged 31, anchors the classics and one-day race efforts as a breakaway specialist, leveraging his aggressive riding style honed over multiple seasons with the squad.[6] For stage racing, Joris Delbove, a 25-year-old French newcomer, provides versatile support in mid-stage battles, drawing on his prior experience in continental teams. Climbers such as 27-year-old French rider Emilien Jeannière target mountain stages, offering vital assistance in hilly terrain during Grand Tours.[6] Sprinters like 31-year-old French rider Lorrenzo Manzin handle flat finishes, while a core of domestiques—including all-rounders such as Steff Cras (Belgian, 29)—and breakaway contenders like Fabien Grellier (French, 31) ensure comprehensive support for the leaders' ambitions in multi-week races.[6] Notable additions for 2025 include eight new French signings: Rayan Boulahoite (20), Nicola Marcerou (22), Alexandre Delettre (27), Joris Delbove (25), Valentin Retailleau (24), Florian Dauphin (25), Alexys Brunel (26), and Samuel Leroux (29), who bring fresh energy and specialized skills like rouleur capabilities from Leroux.[40] The team places significant emphasis on homegrown talent from its Vendée U development squad, with riders such as Boulahoite and Théo Lévêque transitioning directly to the professional level to foster long-term continuity. Departures include veterans Julien Simon and Alexis Vuillermoz (both retired after the 2024 season), alongside Valentin Ferron, Paul Ourselin, and Dries Van Gestel, allowing space for this influx while maintaining a core of extended contracts for riders like Mattéo Vercher (French, 24), Jason Tesson (French, 27), and Thomas Gachignard (French, 25).[40] The full 2025 roster, as registered with the UCI, comprises:- French riders (27): Lucas Boniface (25), Thomas Bonnet (27), Rayan Boulahoite (20), Alexys Brunel (26), Mathieu Burgaudeau (26), Alexandre Delettre (27), Florian Dauphin (26), Fabien Doubey (32), Sandy Dujardin (28), Joris Delbove (25), Thomas Gachignard (25), Fabien Grellier (31), Jordan Jegat (26), Alan Jousseaume (27), Pierre Latour (30), Samuel Leroux (30), Lorrenzo Manzin (31), Nicola Marcerou (23), Valentin Retailleau (25), Geoffrey Soupe (37), Jason Tesson (27), Anthony Turgis (31), Baptiste Vadic (23), Mattéo Vercher (24), Émilien Jeannière (27), Mathéo Barusseau (20), Théo Lévêque (21).
- Non-French riders (2): Steff Cras (Belgium, 29), Adam Mitchell (Australia, 23).[6]
Staff and personnel
The non-riding staff of Team TotalEnergies forms a critical backbone for the team's operations, supporting the 29-rider roster through specialized roles in race management, equipment handling, and athlete care.[34] As of 2025, the team employs sports directors such as Dominique Arnould, Lylian Lebreton, Cyril Lemoine, Thibaut Macé, Romain Sicard, and Maxime Robin (assistant sports and scientific director), with Jason Yon Snoeck joining as assistant sports director from March 29, 2025, who oversee race strategies, coordinate training camps, and prepare riders for major events like the Grand Tours by analyzing courses and optimizing team tactics.[34][35][36] Mechanics, led by Racing Service Responsible Nicolas Sourice alongside technicians like Thomas Rossi, Marvin Audoire, Baptiste Bleier, Vincent Bricheteau, Kévin Desmedt, Damien Marty, and Antoine Josso, ensure meticulous equipment maintenance, including bike assembly, repairs during races, and customization for diverse terrains encountered in Grand Tour stages.[34] This team handles the logistics of transporting and servicing the fleet of bicycles, minimizing downtime and enhancing performance reliability in high-stakes competitions.[34] The medical and recovery unit includes Medical Manager Samuel Maraffi, doctors Louis Noisette and Paul Verhaeghe, osteopaths Marc Rousseau and Yann Touchefeu, physiotherapists François Avril and Alexandre Courtin, as well as Nutrition Manager Pierre Pasquier and dietician-nutritionist Thomas Le Dimna, who develop comprehensive recovery protocols and personalized nutrition plans to combat fatigue and support sustained efforts during extended Grand Tour preparations.[34] These professionals conduct on-site assessments, implement post-ride therapies, and tailor dietary strategies to individual rider needs, contributing to injury prevention and optimal physical conditioning.[34] Team TotalEnergies integrates closely with the Vendée U development squad for talent scouting, regularly incorporating promising young riders as interns to evaluate their potential within the professional environment, as exemplified by the 2023 inclusion of Lucas Grolier, Lucas Boniface, and Alessio Cialone from Vendée U to gain competitive experience.[41] This pathway facilitates seamless transitions for emerging talents, aligning the development team's efforts with the pro squad's operational needs under general oversight from management.[41]Equipment and sponsors
Sponsors
The sponsorship landscape of Team TotalEnergies has evolved significantly since the team's founding, providing the financial foundation necessary for its progression through UCI ranks and long-term viability in professional cycling. Established in 2000 under the primary sponsorship of Bonjour, the team benefited from subsequent title sponsors including Toupargel, La Boulangère, and Bouygues Telecom, which supported its early development as a continental squad and eventual elevation to UCI Professional Continental status in 2011.[2] A pivotal shift occurred in 2013 when Direct Énergie assumed the title sponsorship, infusing substantial resources that stabilized operations during a critical phase. This backing was essential for the team's survival from 2016 to 2020, a period marked by intense competition for race invitations outside the WorldTour and financial pressures on non-WorldTour squads; Direct Énergie's commitment enabled consistent participation in high-profile events like the Tour de France and maintained the Professional Continental license amid fluctuating UCI regulations.[2][5] In 2019, following Direct Énergie's acquisition by Total, the team rebranded as Total Direct Énergie, transitioning fully to Team TotalEnergies in 2021 to align with the sponsor's corporate identity overhaul. TotalEnergies, a global integrated energy company, has delivered robust financial support that facilitated the team's upgrade to UCI ProTeam status in 2020, enhancing access to WorldTour races and bolstering competitiveness. The partnership underscores sustainability initiatives, with TotalEnergies integrating eco-friendly practices into team operations, such as promoting low-carbon mobility and aligning sponsorship visibility with the company's broader sustainable development goals. An extension through 2025 was announced in December 2022, later prolonged to the end of 2026, though a September 2025 press release confirmed the collaboration will conclude thereafter, prompting searches for future backers.[3][31][38][42] Complementing the title sponsor, secondary partnerships contribute to branding and operational funding. Enve joined in 2023 as a key partner, providing financial and technical support focused on equipment integration while enhancing the team's market presence through co-branded initiatives. Regional support from Vendée, the team's home base, plays a vital role via SA Vendée Cyclisme—the owning entity—which secures local government and business contributions to underwrite training facilities and youth development, ensuring grassroots stability amid national sponsorship dynamics.[43][38] Overall, these sponsor evolutions have mirrored the team's UCI trajectory, with each major shift—particularly Direct Énergie's era—correlating to enhanced licensing security and resilience against industry volatility.[2]Bicycles and equipment
Team TotalEnergies has utilized ENVE as its primary bicycle supplier since 2024, providing carbon fiber frames for both road racing and time trial bikes, including the ENVE Melee model for road events and the Specialized Shiv for time trials.[44][45] The partnership extends through the 2025 season, emphasizing high-performance composites designed for professional racing demands. However, in November 2025, the team announced that Cube will become the official bicycle supplier starting from the 2026 season.[46][47] Prior to ENVE, the team rode Specialized bicycles in the early 2020s, notably the S-Works Tarmac SL7 from 2022 to 2023, while LOOK served as the supplier during the 2010s.[48][49] Components across these periods have consistently featured Shimano Dura-Ace Di2 groupsets, including electronic shifting, power meters, and pedals for the 2025 season.[45] ENVE also supplies the team's wheels, complemented by Continental Grand Prix 5000 tires and Selle Italia saddles to optimize rolling efficiency and rider comfort.[45] For apparel and accessories, Bioracer became the official kit supplier starting in 2025 under a two-year agreement, producing pro-fit jerseys, bib shorts, and other garments with TotalEnergies branding and aerodynamic textiles developed through rider testing.[50] This follows a period with Le Col providing kits from 2023 to 2024. Helmets are sourced from HJC for the 2025 season, prioritizing ventilation and safety standards suitable for high-speed racing.[45] The team's equipment strategy centers on lightweight and aerodynamic configurations to support breakaway tactics and climbing efforts, with the ENVE Melee's blend of low weight and aero tubing exemplifying this approach in recent Grand Tours.[51]Results and records
Grand Tour results
Team TotalEnergies has participated in the Tour de France 25 times since its founding as Bonjour in 2000, with no overall general classification (GC) victories but notable performances in breakaways and secondary classifications.[5] The team's best GC finish is 4th place, achieved by Thomas Voeckler in 2011, while multiple riders have finished 20th or better in various editions, including Voeckler himself in 2004.[52] The team has secured 11 stage wins, including Voeckler's victories on stages 10 and 16 in 2011, and Pierre Rolland's win on stage 11 in 2012.[5] Riders from the team have worn the yellow jersey for a total of 20 days, highlighted by Voeckler's 10-day stint in 2004 and another 10 days in 2011.[5] Secondary classifications include the mountains jersey won by Anthony Charteau in 2010 and the best young rider jersey by Rolland in 2011.[5] The team has made limited appearances in the Giro d'Italia, with fewer than 10 participations and no GC podium finishes.[53] Its strongest result came in 2006 when Sandy Casar finished 6th overall and claimed the points classification jersey after strong performances on hilly stages, including a win in the intermediate sprint on stage 4 that propelled him into the lead.[54] The team has one stage victory in the Giro, secured by Lilian Calmejane in 2018 on the queen stage to Monte Zoncolan. In the Vuelta a España, the team has received occasional wildcards, participating in about 10 editions without an overall win or podium.[53] The best GC finish is 15th by Pierre Rolland in 2012, supported by aggressive breakaway tactics that also yielded a stage win for him on stage 9 to Barakaldo. Rolland also won stage 20 in 2012 atop the Bola del Mundo, marking the team's second Vuelta stage victory that year. The team added a third Vuelta stage win in 2023. Since returning to ProTeam status in 2021, Team TotalEnergies has emphasized breakaway strategies in Grand Tours, particularly the Tour de France, contributing to additional stage wins, including Anthony Turgis's victory on stage 9 in 2024.[55] Across all three Grand Tours, the team has accumulated 15 stage victories (11 in the Tour de France, 1 in the Giro d'Italia, 3 in the Vuelta a España), underscoring its role as a dynamic contender in multi-week races despite limited GC contention.[5]Major race victories
Team TotalEnergies has secured numerous prestigious victories in one-day classics and stage races since returning to ProTeam status in 2020, with a particular emphasis on French events and international stage race general classifications. The team's breakthrough in the UCI WorldTour came in 2022, when Mathieu Burgaudeau soloed to victory on stage 6 of Paris–Nice, marking the squad's first win at the highest level of professional cycling. This success highlighted the team's aggressive racing style and ability to capitalize on breakaways in high-profile races. In French one-day events, the team has demonstrated consistent strength. Damien Gaudin claimed victory at Cholet Pays de la Loire in 2013, outpacing the peloton in a decisive sprint finish.[56] More recently, Valentin Ferron won Paris–Camembert in 2023, edging out a select group after a demanding hilly finale that suited his punchy riding style.[57] The squad has also excelled in regional stage races like the Boucles de la Mayenne, where Pierre Latour launched a powerful late attack to win stage 1 in 2025, briefly taking the overall lead before finishing second in the general classification.[58] The 2025 season stood out with 13 race victories, the team's most prolific year in recent memory and a testament to its depth across multiple riders.[8] Key highlights included general classification triumphs in international stage races: Joris Delbove became only the second French rider to win the Tour de Langkawi, sealing the yellow jersey after a decisive solo move on the queen stage to Fraser's Hill.[59] Fabien Doubey captured the Tour du Rwanda overall by six seconds, despite the final stage being canceled due to adverse weather, showcasing the team's adaptability in challenging African terrain.[60] In one-day races, Alexys Brunel delivered a solo breakaway victory at the Grote Prijs Jean-Pierre Monseré, holding off the peloton by eight seconds in a gritty display of endurance. Mattéo Vercher marked his first professional win by sprinting to success at the Tour du Doubs, outkicking a breakaway group on the undulating French course.[61] Earlier in the team's history, Christophe Le Mével contributed to successes like a stage win at the 2005 Critérium International, underscoring the squad's early prowess in multi-day French events.| Year | Race | Winner | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2013 | Cholet Pays de la Loire | Damien Gaudin | One-day |
| 2022 | Paris–Nice (stage 6) | Mathieu Burgaudeau | WorldTour stage |
| 2023 | Paris–Camembert | Valentin Ferron | One-day |
| 2025 | Grote Prijs Jean-Pierre Monseré | Alexys Brunel | One-day |
| 2025 | Tour du Doubs | Mattéo Vercher | One-day |
| 2025 | Boucles de la Mayenne (stage 1) | Pierre Latour | Stage |
| 2025 | Tour de Langkawi (GC) | Joris Delbove | Stage race GC |
| 2025 | Tour du Rwanda (GC) | Fabien Doubey | Stage race GC |
National championships
Team TotalEnergies, through its various iterations since its founding as Bonjour in 2000, has demonstrated significant dominance in French national championships, particularly in elite men's road race and individual time trial events. This success highlights the team's deep roots in French cycling and its ability to develop riders capable of excelling in domestic competitions. Since 2000, riders affiliated with the team have claimed six French road race titles and two time trial titles, contributing to a total of eight elite French national championships that reinforce the squad's status as a cornerstone of the nation's professional peloton.French Road Race Championships
The team's road race successes began early in its history and were led prominently by Thomas Voeckler, who won four titles during his tenure.- In 2002, Didier Rous claimed victory for Bonjour, outpacing the field in a decisive breakaway.[62]
- Thomas Voeckler secured the title in 2004 riding for Brioches La Boulangère, showcasing his endurance in a hilly finale.
- Pierrick Fédrigo won in 2005 for Bouygues Télécom, capitalizing on his climbing prowess.
- Voeckler triumphed in 2007 with Bouygues Télécom, solidifying his legacy with a solo attack.
- Voeckler added his third road race crown in 2009 for Bbox Bouygues Télécom.
- Voeckler completed his haul with a commanding win in 2010 for Bbox Bouygues Télécom, breaking away decisively.[63]
French Time Trial Championships
The team has also excelled in the individual time trial discipline, with wins establishing a pattern of versatility among its riders.- Nicolas Vogondy won the 2010 time trial for Bbox Bouygues Télécom.
- Christophe Kern claimed the 2011 championship for Team Europcar.