Profile Stats

Date of Birth 19 Jan 1995 (31 years)
Nationality Netherlands
Team Alpecin-Deceuninck
Specialty One-Day Races & Classics
Disciplines Road, CX, MTB

Major Wins & Achievements

Career Overview

Mathieu van der Poel is one of cycling's most talented and versatile racers. The Dutch champion has established himself as a dominant force in the one-day classics, with multiple victories in cycling's most prestigious races including Paris-Roubaix, Tour of Flanders, and Milan-San Remo. His 2023 World Championship road race victory added another jewel to his palmares.

Beyond road racing, van der Poel is a cyclocross legend with multiple world championships and has also proven himself a formidable competitor in mountain biking. His combination of speed, tactical awareness, and explosive power makes him virtually unbeatable in one-day competition. He continues to be a major threat in every spring classic and specialized race he contests.