Cycling Super-Domestique Luke Rowe to Retire Early After Injury

After a successful 13-year career as a professional cyclist, Luke Rowe has announced his early retirement at the end of the 2024 season due to a recent injury. Rowe, who has been a key member of the Ineos Grenadiers team for the past 12 years, has decided to hang up his wheels and spend more time with his family in Wales.

Throughout his career, Rowe has been known as one of the top super-domestiques in cycling, with multiple top-10 finishes in the Classics and eight appearances in the Tour de France. He has played a crucial role in helping his teammates, including Chris Froome, Geraint Thomas, and Egan Bernal, achieve victory in the prestigious race.

Reflecting on his decision to retire, Rowe expressed gratitude for his incredible career and the unwavering support he received from his team. Despite facing challenges in the last 18 months, including a recent crash and injury, Rowe has no regrets and is looking forward to his next chapter.

As he works on recovering from his latest injury, Rowe is eyeing the Tour of Britain as his final race before retirement. The Welsh cyclist hopes to end his career on a high note by competing in front of home fans and bidding farewell to the sport that has been a significant part of his life.

Ineos Grenadiers chief executive John Allert praised Rowe for his fearless and gritty racing style, highlighting his contributions to the team’s success and his positive impact as a teammate off the bike. Rowe’s legacy as a dedicated and talented cyclist will undoubtedly be remembered in the cycling world as he prepares to embark on a new journey post-retirement.