"I have always loved coming to South Australia and enjoying the warm reception from fans. The chance to kick start the season in an event I'm now familiar with is a great bonus," Thomas said in a media release issued by organisers of the Tour Down Under on Tuesday.
His contract with Ineos Grenadiers is set to expire at the end of 2025 and while he has not confirmed his retirement plans, he indicated to BBC Radio 4 that it was likely his last season.
Geraint Thomas is no stranger to the Santos Tour Down Under and brings his wealth of experience every time he races here," said the event's race director, Stuart O'Grady.
Thomas' strongest result at the six-stage race in Australia was third overall in the 2013 edition, where he secured the stage 2 victory in Rostrevor and won the overall points classification.
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