Overview
- Yates announced his immediate retirement through Team Visma | Lease a Bike’s official channels, including a posted statement on the team’s social media.
- He exits with a contract that was set to run through 2026, a detail that contributed to the surprise within the peloton.
- His final season featured overall victory at the 2025 Giro d’Italia and a Tour de France stage win, adding to a palmarès that includes the 2018 Vuelta and Tirreno–Adriatico.
- In his statement, Yates said the decision was carefully considered and expressed pride in his career and gratitude to teammates, staff and family.
- Sporting director Grischa Niermann praised Yates and called the timing regrettable, and reporting notes Visma must adjust plans for 2026, including Giro ambitions after other recent roster disruptions.