PAUL MAGNIER | The Rise Of The French Powerhouse (Part 1)

Описание: We’re joined by one of the most exciting young riders in world cycling: Paul Magnier of Soudal–Quick-Step — the 21-year-old French powerhouse already rewriting what’s possible in the pro peloton.

In just two seasons, Magnier has rocketed into the top tier of WorldTour sprinters with 24 victories, making him statistically the winningest rider of his generation — ahead of Evenepoel, Pogačar, van der Poel, and Sagan at the same age.

Fresh off five straight wins at the Tour of Guangxi, plus a breakout year including 19 victories, a podium at Omloop Het Nieuwsblad, and his first Giro d’Italia, Paul sits down with us to reveal:

What you’ll learn in this episode:

How he stays calm in the chaos of 70 km/h bunch sprints
The mental toughness needed to perform under WorldTour pressure
Lead-out strategy secrets and inside the Wolfpack’s sprint dynamics
Life as cycling’s next superstar — and how he stays humble
Off-season life in Grenoble, MTB roots, and why the Gabba is a winter essential

Whether you're a sprinter chasing speed, a cycling fan hungry for behind-the-scenes insight, or simply fascinated by the next generation shaking up the sport, this episode is absolutely loaded.

If you love sprint finishes, race psychology, or want practical tips to get faster — this one delivers.

🎧 This is Part 1 of a two-episode deep dive. Next week we break down sprint technique, training structure, gym work, and how you can become quicker.

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CHAPTERS
00:00 – Intro
01:33 – 2025 Season Wrap
03:02 – China trip & team bonding
04:08 – 21 tears old & rapid rise
07:48 – Off-season plans
10:00 – Quick-fire round
12:10 – Sprint mindset & instinct
14:43 – Lead-out strategy
22:00 – Training & race craft
29:09 – Mentorship with Merlier
31:44 – Strength & power training
36:45 – Staying grounded
38:22 – The French wave
41:03 – Life in Nice
45:43 – Big goals & ambitions
46:50 – Outro

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