Cycling prodigy Seixas warns rivals: 'I want more'

French cycling prodigy Paul Seixas, just 20 years old, has made a stunning breakthrough in his debut year. The young rider secured the youngest Giro di Lombardia victory and finished fourth in his first Tour de France. Seixas also claimed his first World Tour-level wins in the Tour of the Basque Country and the Fleche Wallonne. Despite his remarkable achievements, Seixas warns his rivals, "I always want more."

The young Frenchman advises that to continue progressing, one must learn to shift and pursue new goals. Seixas, who will compete in the Saitama Criterium in Japan, emphasizes that those who achieved a lot in their careers have always been driven to work for more. At just 20, Seixas has already become the fourth-youngest winner of a prestigious cycling Monument, eclipsing even legendary cyclists like Tadej Pogacar and Remco Evenepoel.

Even the great Eddy Merckx was 260 days older than Seixas when he won Milan-San Remo in 1966. Seixas admits his success has surprised him, but he remains focused on his next steps. He acknowledges that he has faced setbacks, such as losing a sprint finish at the Montreal GP and cramping up at the world championships, but he stays positive and looks forward to the future.

Seixas believes that respect from his peers has increased since his victories, but he remains humble and dedicated to his goals, including a possible Tour de France win in 2027.