Edvald Boasson Hagen will proceed his skilled profession in 2024 after turning into the thirtieth and ultimate rider to be added to the Decathlon-AG2R La Mondiale roster.
The Norwegian had spent the previous three seasons with TotalEnergies, however he struggled to discover a new contract earlier this winter, telling Eurosport that he was unwilling to race for the minimal wage provides he had acquired to that time.
Boasson Hagen linked up together with his new staff in current days at their coaching camp in Calpe, and Decathlon-AG2R La Mondiale formally introduced his arrival on Monday. The 36-year-old is a part of a revamped roster that features fellow new signings Sam Bennett and Victor Lafay.
“It’s a really good alternative for the staff,” stated staff supervisor Vincent Lavenu in an announcement. “Edvald has nice expertise and numerous victories. I’ve been following him since he was an newbie.
“His mission may be very clear: he’s coming to bolster the Classics group. His expertise might be invaluable in relation to positioning our leaders, and within the bunch sprints, he’ll be capable to kind a part of Sam Bennett’s prepare within the ultimate kilometres.”
Boasson Hagen has clocked up 81 victories throughout knowledgeable profession that has seen him race for Highroad, Sky, Dimension Knowledge and TotalEnergies. His highlights embody Gent-Wevelgem victory in 2009 and three Tour de France levels, although he has not received a race since he claimed the opening stage of the 2019 Critérium du Dauphiné.
“I’m very comfortable to have had the chance to hitch Decathlon AG2R La Mondiale,” Boasson Hagen stated. “It’s a really strong staff and one which types a part of the historical past of biking. I joined up with the group two days in the past through the second coaching camp in Spain.
“I’m coming to bolster the Spring Classics group and assist the staff get the absolute best outcomes. I additionally need to go on my expertise to the youngest riders and take one final skilled victory.”
