Ion izagirre to make 12th tour de france appearance at 37

Forty years young, Ion Izagirre is set to defy the odds and make his 12th appearance at the Tour de France in July. The seasoned Basque rider has enjoyed a remarkable start to the season, consistently finishing in the top 10 of major stage races.

Izagirre's form a surprise package for cofidis

After a quiet 2023 campaign, Izagirre has reignited his spark, securing a solo victory at the Grand Prix Miguel Indurain and finishing seventh at the Tour du Pays Basque. His impressive form has convinced Cofidis to keep the 37-year-old on their roster for the grueling three-week marathon.