Decathlon AG2R terminates Frank Bonamore's contract following biological passport contradiction

Frank Bonamore has been fired by his Decathlon team AG2R La Mondiale. The 28-year-old Frenchman had been temporarily suspended by the UCI since the beginning of February, after abnormal values ​​were found in his biological passport.

The UCI decided to temporarily suspend Frank Bonamore at the beginning of February. The French Decathlon AG2R La Mondiale cyclist was found to have abnormalities (adverse analytical results) in his biological passport. The French team immediately said in an initial statement: “Based on the tests conducted before his arrival to the team on January 1, 2023.”

“In this context, and as long as the UCI measures continue, the team will suspend Bonnamour as a precautionary measure with immediate effect. We as a team adhere to a strict ethical code.” Decathlon AG2R La Mondiale suspended its rider for the first time, but has now torn up Bonnamour's contract.

Renner maintains his innocence
Bonamore continues to maintain his innocence. the driver The dismissal was confirmed On X, but at the same time he emphasizes that he “always respects the rules.” He doubts that he used banned substances and wants to prove his innocence with the help of his lawyer.

The 28-year-old Bonamore was in his second season with Decathlon AG2R La Mondiale. Before that, he traveled to B&B Hotels-KTM and Arkéa-Samsic. His list of accolades currently includes one professional win. In 2022, the French all-rounder was the standout at La Boulinormande. Bonamore particularly stood out in the 2021 Tour de France, even being named Best Combat Rider.