Israel Start-Up Nation, a UCI World Tour team, was founded in 2014 (formerly Israel Cycling Academy) and is led from Israel; Froome’s retirement marks a pivotal moment for the sport, with the team continuing its role in nurturing cycling in Israel.
Froome has confirmed retirement after a career defined by four Tour de France titles and Grand Tour success, with a dramatic crash in 2019 and subsequent struggles ending his competitive career following injuries sustained in August 2025. He leaves as one of cycling’s most decorated riders, with seven Grand Tours won.