Michael Woods announced his retirement from professional road cycling at the end of the 2025 season, citing the physical and emotional toll of over a decade in the sport. He plans to explore new opportunities in endurance sports while continuing to race until his retirement. Woods acknowledged the dangers of cycling, sharing personal experiences of injuries and the strain on his family life. He has ambitious plans following his retirement and is expected to have an emotional farewell during his last season.
"As lucky as I have been to do this job, it also has its downsides. I have highlighted over the Tour, in this blog, that cycling is a ludicrously dangerous sport."
"I have made the decision to retire from professional road cycling at the end of this season."
"The toll it has taken on my health has been significant, and the time I have spent away from my family has been long."
"I still have big ambitions and plans for the coming years that will involve exploring new arenas in endurance sports..."
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