Ski Classics Pro Team athlete Thomas Joly has announced that he will retire from professional skiing following the final Pro Tour events of Season XVII.

The French skier shared the news on social media ahead of the final weekend of the Ski Classics season, confirming that the upcoming races will mark the end of an important chapter in his career.

“This weekend will mark my last competition. The end of an important chapter in my life,” Joly wrote on his Instagram.

Reflecting on his journey in the sport, Joly emphasized both the challenges and achievements along the way.

“I’m letting go of some dreams, but the little boy who discovered skiing has accomplished far more than he could ever have imagined,” he added.

Throughout his career, Joly has been a consistent presence on the Ski Classics Pro Tour, representing his teams and contributing to the development of long-distance skiing.

In his message, he also expressed gratitude to those who supported him and his career.

“I want to thank everyone who has been part of this incredible adventure: my teams, coaches, sponsors, partners, equipment suppliers, teammates, friends, and of course, my family.”

Beyond results, Joly highlighted the human side of the sport as the most meaningful aspect of his career.

“Beyond the results, it’s the powerful human connections and unforgettable memories that I’ll cherish most.”

While stepping away from competition, Joly made it clear that his connection to skiing remains strong.

“I’m leaving competition, but the passion remains.”

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Thomas Joly is expected to make his final appearances in Ski Classics at Reistadløpet and the Grand Finale Summit 2 Senja, bringing his professional career to a close at the end of Season XVII.

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Next up is Reistadløpet on Saturday, March 28, and the Grand Finale Summit 2 Senja on Sunday, March 29. The events mark the 12th and 13th and final Ski Classics Pro Tour events of Season XVII.

Read More: Ski Classics Pro Tour Season XVII 2025/2026

Ski Classics Pro Tour Season XVII (2025/2026)

Season XVII of the Ski Classics Pro Tour consists of 13 events across 9 event weekends in 6 countries. 

• Event 1: December 13, 2025 – Bad Gastein Pro Team Tempo – Sportgastein, Austria, 7km
• Event 2: December 14, 2025 – Bad Gastein Criterium – Sportgastein, Austria, 36km
• Event 3: January 17, 2026 – Engadin La Diagonela – Pontresina-Zuoz, Switzerland, 47km
• Event 4: January 25, 2026 – Marcialonga – Moena-Cavalese, Italy, 70km
• Event 5: January 30, 2026 – Bedřichov Sprint – Bedřichov, Czech Republic, 1.5km
• Event 6: February 1, 2026 – Jizerská50 – Bedřichov, Czech Republic, 50km
• Event 7: March 1, 2026 – Vasaloppet – Sälen-Mora, Sweden, 90km
• Event 8: March 7, 2026 – Orsa Grönklitt 50k ITT Women – Grönklitt, Sweden, 50km
• Event 9: March 8, 2026 – Orsa Grönklitt 50k ITT Men – Grönklitt, Sweden, 50km
• Event 10: March 14, 2026 – Birkebeinerrennet – Rena-Lillehammer, Norway, 53km
• Event 11: March 21, 2026 – Marcialonga Bodø – Sulitjelma, Norway, 46km
• Event 12: March 28, 2026 – Reistadløpet – Setermoen-Bardufoss, Norway, 35km
• Event 13: March 29, 2026 – Grand Finale Summit 2 Senja – Bardufoss, Norway, 60km

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