29.08.2025 | Official statement

Franziska Koch begins a new chapter with FDJ-SUEZ

The FDJ-SUEZ team is delighted to announce the arrival of Franziska Koch, a 24-year-old German cyclist, who has signed up for the next two seasons.

Trained and discovered in the same team since the beginning of her professional career, Franziska has chosen to start a new chapter by joining FDJ-SUEZ. Her well-rounded profile, energy and attacking mindset make her a major asset to the team.

A recruit with character

Franziska distinguished herself during the last Tour de France with her determination, courage and unwavering commitment to her leaders. Versatile, combative and driven by an attacking spirit, she embodies the values upheld by the FDJ-SUEZ team.

SAINT-FRANCOIS LONGCHAMP, FRANCE – AUGUST 02: (L-R) Ruth Edwards of The United States and Team Human Powered Health, Nienke Vinke of Netherlands – White best young jersey and Franziska Koch of Germany and Team Picnic PostNL compete during the 4th Tour de France Femmes 2025, Stage 8 a 111.9km stage from Chambery to Saint-Francois Longchamp – Col de la Madeleine 1986m / #UCIWWT / on August 02, 2025 in Saint-Francois Longchamp, France. (Photo by Szymon Gruchalski/Getty Images)

« I am very excited to be joining FDJ-SUEZ for the next two years. I am inspired by the team’s determination to race aggressively and am very motivated to be part of it. I have raced my entire professional career with one team, and I think now is the perfect time for something new. I am confident that with FDJ-SUEZ’s professional approach, I will be able to reach new heights. ” states Franziska Koch.

« She made a lasting impression during the last Tour de France with her determination, courage and selflessness. Franziska Koch is not only a strong rider: she is a fighter with an attacking spirit, a valuable teammate for her leaders and a champion who embodies our values. We are extremely proud that she has chosen FDJ-SUEZ to write the next chapter of her story. With her talent and energy, we are convinced that she will make our colours shine and that we will experience great moments together. » – Stephen Delcourt, General Manager of the FDJ-SUEZ team

With the arrival of Franziska Koch, FDJ-SUEZ strengthens its team and once again affirms its ambitions at the highest level.