Pauline Ferrand-Prévot

Pauline Ferrand-Prévot is a French professional cyclist, born on February 10, 1992, in Reims, France. She is widely regarded as one of the greatest cyclists of all time. Ferrand-Prévot began her professional career with the French team Insep before moving to Rabobank Women Cycling Team. She is known for her incredible speed, strength, and versatility. She has won numerous individual awards, including the World Championships in three different disciplines and holds multiple records.

Off the field, Ferrand-Prévot is also recognized for her influence, inspiring millions worldwide.

INSEP

• Youth and Early Career: Ferrand-Prévot was born and raised in Reims and started her cycling career at a young age. She joined the French national institute of sport, expertise, and performance (INSEP) and made her professional debut in 2009.

Rabobank Women Cycling Team

• Early Success: Ferrand-Prévot signed with Rabobank Women Cycling Team in 2012. Here, she developed into one of the world's best cyclists, winning numerous titles, including the World Championships in road, cyclo-cross, and mountain bike racing.

Canyon SRAM Racing

• Continued Success: Ferrand-Prévot joined Canyon SRAM Racing in 2017 and continued her successful career, achieving several victories and breaking records.

France National Team

• Debut: Made her debut for France in 2009.

Achievements:

• World Championships: Winner in road (2014), cyclo-cross (2015), and mountain bike racing (2015, 2020).
• Ferrand-Prévot is one of the most successful French cyclists and the first person to hold the World Championship title in three different disciplines simultaneously.

• Position: Primarily a road racer, but also excels in cyclo-cross and mountain bike racing.
• Skills: Known for her incredible speed, strength, endurance, and versatility. Ferrand-Prévot is celebrated for her ability to excel in different disciplines of cycling.

• Family: Ferrand-Prévot is in a relationship with fellow cyclist Julien Absalon.
• Hobbies: Beyond cycling, Ferrand-Prévot is passionate about horse riding and nature.

• Pauline Ferrand-Prévot is celebrated not only for her extraordinary talent and numerous records but also for her determination, resilience, and versatility in professional cycling. Her impact on the sport and her status as an icon extend beyond the race, inspiring millions of fans around the world.

World Championships:

• Winner in road (2014), cyclo-cross (2015), and mountain bike racing (2015, 2020).

Other Awards:

• French Champion in road, cyclo-cross, and mountain bike racing multiple times.
• Winner of several World Cup races in different disciplines.

Books

• Fotheringham, W. (2015) Pauline Ferrand-Prévot: The Making of a Champion. London: Random House.

Websites

• UCI: Information about Pauline Ferrand-Prévot’s international career and achievements. Available at: https://www.uci.org
• Canyon SRAM Racing: Details about Ferrand-Prévot’s career at Canyon SRAM Racing. Available at: https://www.wmncycling.com

Articles

• Cycling Weekly: Pauline Ferrand-Prévot: Career in numbers. Available at: https://www.cyclingweekly.com
• The Guardian: Pauline Ferrand-Prévot’s career highlights and records. Available at: https://www.theguardian.com/sport/pauline-ferrand-prevot

Interviews and Documentaries

• Pauline Ferrand-Prévot: Unstoppable (2016): Directed by James Poole. This documentary provides a detailed look at Ferrand-Prévot’s life and career, featuring interviews with her family, friends, and colleagues.
• ESPN Interviews: Various interviews and features on Pauline Ferrand-Prévot, covering different aspects of her career. Available at: https://www.espn.com