Larry Warbasse and Hannes Wilksch Renew Commitment

Tudor Pro Cycling is pleased to announce the contract extensions of Larry Warbasse and Hannes Wilksch, two riders who embody the team’s commitment to building a strong and versatile climbing group. 

12.09.2025

At first glance, Larry and Hannes may seem worlds apart: Larry, a 35-year-old American with 13 years in the professional peloton, and Hannes, a 24-year-old German entering just his third season as a pro. Yet both share key qualities - strength in the mountains, adaptability across all terrains, and a selfless dedication as domestique. With their new two-year contracts, they’ll continue to play pivotal roles for the Team, beginning this weekend at the Grand Prix Cyclistes in Canada. 

Larry Warbasse - the experienced mentor 

An American who has made France his adopted home, Larry has long been recognized as a climbing specialist and invaluable teammate in the mountains. 

“I am thankful to the Team for the trust they’ve put in me for another two years. My integration went really well - both in my role of sharing experience with younger riders and in supporting our leaders in big races.  A highlight this season was the Tour de Suisse. That race holds a special place in my heart - not only because I won a stage in 2017, but because it’s our home race and I shared it with a strong group of teammates. I’m excited to continue this journey and, personally, my dream will be to line up at the Tour de France someday.” 

Hannes Wilksch - the rising all-rounder 

Since joining the Devo Team in 2023 and the Pro Team a year later, Hannes has impressed with his versatility, proving himself a reliable support rider on varied terrain. 

“I’m really happy to have the trust of the Team for two more years. The Team is growing, and I feel I’m growing alongside it - not just as a rider, but as a person. My past seasons have been about development: I’ve made physical steps forward and feel stronger month by month. Racing some of the sport’s biggest events alongside champions like Julian Alaphilippe and Marc Hirschi is an incredible learning experience. Looking ahead, my goals are clear: to make my debut in a Grand Tour, to help my teammates win the biggest races, and to continue stepping up - why not taking opportunities if they come.” 

Together, Larry and Hannes represent both experience and potential, a combination that strengthens Tudor Pro Cycling’s climbing squad for the seasons ahead. They’ll be in action this weekend at the Canadian Grand Prix Cyclistes, where we wish them the best of luck.