Julien Breugnot Triumphs at French U17 Time Trial Championship

Julien Breugnot, a cyclist hailing from Nivernais, celebrated a remarkable victory at the French U17 time trial championship held on August 6, 2025, in Tour-du-Pin, Isère. Breugnot, representing the Bourgogne-Franche-Comté team, showcased his talent by finishing the challenging 12.5 km course in a swift time that placed him 11 seconds ahead of his closest rival, Camille Alric Thouvenin from Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, and 12 seconds ahead of Thomas Moreau from Pays de la Loire.

The racing event is part of a broader championship schedule running from August 6 to August 10, 2025, in the Vals du Dauphiné region, highlighting the intensifying competition among young cyclists in France. Breugnot's performance not only crowns him as the U17 time trial champion but also sets the stage for a possible second title as he prepares to compete in the road race scheduled for August 7, 2025, a 75.6 km race commencing at 9:30 AM. This dual chance for gold marks a significant moment in Breugnot’s burgeoning cycling career, underscoring his potential for future successes on the national stage.