# Matys Grisel Signs Three-Year Professional Contract with Lotto Cycling Team
Matys Grisel, a promising talent in the world of cycling, has recently secured a professional contract with the Lotto Cycling Team that will keep him with the team until 2028. Following a taste of professional competition this season, where he raced at events such as Danilith Nokere Koerse, Tro Bro Léon, and the 4 Jours de Dunkerque, Grisel is set to transition into a full-time pro next year.
The French cyclist has made significant strides in his career, finishing third at Brussels-Opwijk this season, winning the overall classification at the Tour de Namur last year, clinching a stage win at the Tour de Bretagne, and coming in second in the U23 edition of Omloop Het Nieuwsblad 2024.
Grisel expressed his enthusiasm about the new contract: “I’m incredibly happy to stay with Lotto for the next three years. After two years with the development team, this opportunity is a real sign of trust in me. A Belgian team, to me, stands for a classics team, and that’s exactly the type of rider I am. So you could say Lotto suits me perfectly. I dream of Paris-Roubaix, I love cobblestones, but my first year as a pro will mainly be about learning a lot in various races. I already can’t wait to start my first full professional season. I’ve already done a few races with the pros, and the atmosphere is really great.”
Stéphane Heulot, CEO of the Lotto Cycling Team, praised Grisel’s contributions thus far: “Matys Grisel has already become a key part of our team in just two years. Last season, he showed impressive results, including a win and three podium finishes at the Tour de Namur and a stage win at the Tour de Bretagne. Matys has already proven that he can hold his own in the pro peloton. He recently finished fifth in the second stage of the 4 Jours de Dunkerque. Of course, he still has a lot to learn and experience to gain, but he’ll definitely get that chance with us.”
As Grisel prepares for this next chapter in his career, both he and the Lotto Cycling Team are optimistic about the journey ahead.
