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The Cofidis cycling team is entering a new era with the appointment of Raphaël Jeune as General Manager. A former professional cyclist, he succeeds Cédric Vasseur, who made his mark on the team's history for eight years, and brings his expertise to write an ambitious new chapter in the history of the northern team.
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Raphaël Jeune is no stranger to the world of cycling. A professional rider in the early 2000s with the CSC team, he competed in the biggest classics such as Milan-San Remo, Paris-Roubaix and the Tour of Flanders, as well as stage races such as Paris-Nice. After hanging up his bike, he reconsuccessfully transitioned into sports management and marketing. First as an event manager, then as Sports Marketing Manager at Look Cycle International, Raphaël Jeune has developed in-depth expertise in sponsorship strategy, managing partnerships with athletes, and promoting international events.
« Cofidis has been part of the peloton as its sole sponsor for 29 years. Today, we are very pleased to welcome Raphaël Jeune to write a new chapter in cycling at Cofidis. His experience, his in-depth knowledge of international cycling, and his managerial skills will be valuable assets as we pursue our ambition to make Cofidis shine on the world stage. routes from all over the world ", declares Gilles Sauret, president of Cofidis Group.
Raphaël Jeune, honored by this nomination, bytagand his enthusiasm: “ Joining the Cofidis team is a privilege. This training embodies values of commitment, team spirit, fighting spirit, and performance, to which I am deeply attached. Having worked with this team in the past, I am familiar with its strength and professionalism. My ambition is to help it grow further, capitalizing on its talents to strive for new collective successes. »
A tribute to Cédric Vasseur, architect of recent successes
The arrival of Raphaël Jeune marks the end of the mandate of Cédric Vasseur, who led the Cofidis team from 2017 to 2025. Under his leadership, the team returned to the World Tour in 2020 and distinguished itself on the biggest international stages, including two stage victories in the 2023 Tour de France, as well as successes in the Giro d'Italia and the Giro d'Espanya. These performances have strengthened the team's visibility and competitiveness.
« Cofidis Group would like to salute Cédric Vasseur's commitment and professionalism throughout these eight years. Under his leadership, Team Cofidis has achieved great successes, including two victories in the Tour de France in 2023. ", underlines Gilles Sauret.
For his part, Cédric Vasseur leaves the team with emotion: “ I leave with great pride after intense years. I thank Cofidis Group, the riders, and all the staff for their trust and commitment. I wish Team Cofidis many great and beautiful victories in the future. »
Cofidis: a historic commitment to cycling
Since 1997, Cofidis Group has been committed to cycling, a sport that embodies its values of courage, self-improvement, and team spirit. Present in nine European countries, the brand supports numerous cycling events through its subsidiaries.
A commitment to diversity and inclusion
Beyond performance, Cofidis stands out for its commitment to diversity. In 2009, the team created the first disabled sports center within a professional cycling team, allowing athletes to practice their sport in optimal conditions while raising public awareness of disabled sports. In 2021, Cofidis launched its women's cycling team, now composed of 11 riders united to proudly carry the brand's colors.
With Raphaël Jeune at its helm, the Cofidis team is looking to the future with ambition. Drawing on its legacytage, its talents and its values, the northern formation is ready to continue to shine on the routes from around the world, while embodying the spirit of innovation and commitment of Cofidis Group.
