Jan Ullrich Shares Optimism for Sons' Cycling Futures and German Talent

The former Tour de France champion reflects on his sons' potential careers, praises rising German cyclists, and prepares for a reunion with Lance Armstrong at his upcoming cycling festival.

• Jan Ullrich expressed hopes that his younger sons, Benno and Toni, currently registered with German Cycling, will pursue professional cycling careers and compete in the Tour de France.
• The 1997 Tour de France winner highlighted Florian Lipowitz's recent second-place finish at Paris-Nice, calling him a strong contender for future success in the sport.
• Ullrich also praised Lennard Kämna's comeback after a year-long injury hiatus, noting his potential for a successful return to professional cycling.
• The cycling legend and former rival Lance Armstrong, who supported Ullrich during past struggles, are set to reunite in May 2025 at a cycling festival in Bad Dürrheim organized under Ullrich's name.
• Ullrich's reflections emphasize cycling as both a personal legacy and a generational passion, with a focus on nurturing emerging German talent and his family's involvement in the sport.

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