Simon Clarke has officially stepped away from professional racing after two decades in the sport, marking the end of a career defined by resilience, passion and standout moments, including his memorable Tour de France victory. In our latest podcast episode, Clarke looks back on the people and experiences that shaped his journey, stressing how mentors and supporters played a crucial role in his development and success.
I feel very fortunate to have been able to do it there at my race, the closest race to home for me
Now turning the page, Clarke is moving into a new role with NSN, focusing on performance optimisation and cycling technology. Known as a tech-savvy rider during his career, he brings first-hand experience to a rapidly evolving area of the sport, eager to help push boundaries and improve how athletes train and compete.
If you're not pushing the limits, someone else is, and that's just a bigger margin you have to the next team on the start line
Clarke also speaks candidly about the emotional side of retirement, describing the difficult limbo between making the decision and officially stepping away. He encourages athletes to embrace the early days of retirement as a time to decompress before taking on new challenges. Looking ahead, Clarke remains deeply connected to cycling and excited about contributing to its future in a different way.
