History of Matteo Jorgenson in Timeline

Matteo Jorgenson is an American professional cyclist who competes for UCI WorldTeam Visma–Lease a Bike. He is a strong climber, and he is the two-time defending champion of the Paris–Nice cycling race.

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July 1, 1999: Matteo Jorgenson's Birth

On July 1, 1999, Matteo Jorgenson was born. He is an American professional cyclist.

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2006: Floyd Landis Wins Paris-Nice

In 2006, Floyd Landis won the Paris-Nice race, the last American to do so until Matteo Jorgenson's victory in 2024.

2022: 2022 Tour de France Involvement

In 2022, Matteo Jorgenson actively participated in the Tour de France, joining several breakaways, including stages 10 and 16. During stage 16, while chasing the lead rider Hugo Houle, Jorgenson crashed but still managed to finish fourth.

2023: 2023 Tour de France participation

During the 2023 Tour de France, Matteo Jorgenson was part of a 14-man breakaway on stage 9, taking the lead for most of the climb up the Puy de Dôme with 47 km remaining. However, he was overtaken in the final 500 meters, finishing fourth. He later had to abandon the Tour due to crash injuries.

2024: 2024 Criterium du Dauphine and Tour de France

In 2024, Matteo Jorgenson placed second in the Criterium du Dauphine, finishing just 8 seconds behind Primoz Roglic. He also competed in the 2024 Tour de France, finishing 8th overall.

2024: 2024 Paris-Nice Victory

In 2024, Matteo Jorgenson won the Paris–Nice race, becoming the first American to win since Floyd Landis in 2006. This victory was largely due to a three-man breakaway on Stage 6.