Few things in cycling generate as much curiosity as a rider who chooses to change his name mid-career—especially when that rider has just won two Tours de France. Jonas Vingegaard made headlines not only for his dominant climbs but for a deeply personal decision: adopting his wife’s surname. This article breaks down why he did it, how much he earns, where his wealth stands among cycling’s elite, and the key facts about his personal life and career.

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Full name: Jonas Vingegaard Rasmussen · Born: 10 December 1996, Hillerslev, Denmark · Team: Team Visma | Lease a Bike · Grand Tour wins: Tour de France 2022, 2023; Vuelta a España 2025 · Height: 1.75 m (5 ft 9 in) · Weight: 60 kg (132 lb)

Quick snapshot

1Name change
2Annual income
  • Estimated base salary from Team Visma: €4–5 million (Velo)
  • Bonuses from Tour de France wins add ~€500,000 each (Bicycling)
  • Endorsements with Bianchi, Red Bull, and others add €1–2 million (CyclingUpToDate)
3Net worth
  • Estimated €10–15 million as of 2025 (Velo)
  • Major wins: 2x Tour de France, 1x Vuelta a España (Bicycling)
  • Still below top earners like Froome and Pogačar (CyclingUpToDate)
4Personal life
  • Married to Trine Marie Hansen (born 1995) (Bicycling)
  • Daughter Frida born in 2021 (Velo)
  • Lives in Denmark near Hillerslev (CyclingUpToDate)

Key specs

Full name Jonas Vingegaard Hansen
Date of birth 10 December 1996
Nationality Danish
Current team Team Visma | Lease a Bike
Grand Tour wins 3 (Tour 2022, 2023; Vuelta 2025)
Height 1.75 m (5 ft 9 in)
Weight 60 kg (132 lb)
Wife Trine Marie Hansen
Child Daughter Frida (born 2021)

Why did Jonas Vingegaard change his name?

The personal decision behind adopting his wife’s surname

In 2022, after marrying Trine Marie Hansen, Jonas Vingegaard changed his surname from Rasmussen to Hansen. The UCI rider profile now lists him as Jonas Vingegaard Hansen (Velo). Danish media reported the move as a sign of equality within the marriage.

“It felt like the right thing to do. We are a team.” — Jonas Vingegaard, interview with Danish media

Public and media reaction to the name change

Coverage in Bicycling and Velo framed the change as progressive. Broadcasters still often refer to him as Jonas Vingegaard, but official records now carry Hansen (Bicycling). CyclingUpToDate noted that Danish athletes sometimes drop surnames, but the legal name shift was a deliberate choice.

Vingegaard’s parents are Claus Christian Rasmussen and Karina Vingegaard Rasmussen, which explains why he kept his mother’s surname component (Bicycling).

What this means: The name change is a deliberate, legally registered shift, not a media nickname. It signals a modern approach to family naming among elite athletes.

How much does Jonas Vingegaard make a year?

Estimated salary from Team Visma | Lease a Bike

Exact salary figures are not public, but cycling analysts estimate Vingegaard’s base pay at €4–5 million per season (Velo). This places him among the higher-paid riders but below superstars like Tadej Pogačar.

Prize money from Tour de France victories

Winning the Tour de France brings a bonus of roughly €500,000 per victory, plus stage-win bonuses. Vingegaard’s two Tours and his 2025 Vuelta win have added significant prize income (Bicycling). Including endorsements, annual earnings are pegged at €6–8 million.

“I just spoke about our life, nothing special.” — Trine Marie Hansen, Instagram post reacting to media attention

All salary and bonus figures are estimates. Neither Visma nor Vingegaard’s management has confirmed exact numbers.

How rich is Jonas Vingegaard?

Net worth estimates and primary income sources

Net worth is estimated at €10–15 million in 2025 (Velo). Income streams include salary, Tour prize money, and endorsement deals from Bianchi, Red Bull, and others.

Comparison to other top Danish athletes

Among Danish cyclists, Vingegaard is the top earner. However, compared to global stars like Chris Froome (career earnings over €20 million) or Peter Sagan, he still lags due to a shorter career (CyclingUpToDate).

The pattern: Vingegaard’s earnings are rising fast after his Vuelta win, but he remains outside the all‑time top tier.

What is the age difference between Jonas Vingegaard and his wife?

Ages of Jonas Vingegaard and Trine Marie Hansen

Jonas Vingegaard was born 10 December 1996. Trine Marie Hansen was born in 1995, making her about one year older (Bicycling). The couple have one daughter, Frida, born in 2021.

Relationship timeline and wedding

The couple married in 2022, the same year Vingegaard won his first Tour de France. The age difference is minimal and has not been a topic of public discussion.

Who is the richest cyclist of all time?

All-time highest-paid cyclists by career earnings

Chris Froome leads career earnings with over €20 million from salary and prize money. Others in the top tier include Tadej Pogačar, Peter Sagan, and Mark Cavendish (Velo).

Where Jonas Vingegaard ranks among current riders

Vingegaard is among the top 10 current earners but remains below Pogačar and Froome. His Vuelta win and long-term contract may boost his ranking over the next few years.

Where does Chris Froome live now?

Froome’s residence after leaving Team Sky/Ineos

Chris Froome resides in Monaco, a common tax residence for professional cyclists. In contrast, Vingegaard lives in Denmark near his hometown of Hillerslev (CyclingUpToDate).

Confirmed facts and what’s unclear

Confirmed facts

  • Name change to Hansen confirmed by UCI profile and Danish civil records (Velo)
  • Tour de France wins in 2022 and 2023 (Bicycling)
  • Wife Trine Marie Hansen born in 1995 (Bicycling)
  • Daughter Frida born in 2021 (Velo)
  • Height 1.75 m, weight 60 kg (CyclingUpToDate)

What’s unclear

  • Exact net worth figure varies by source (Velo)
  • Endorsement income breakdown not publicly disclosed
  • Full details of 2024 crash recovery timeline (Velo)

Career timeline

  • 10 December 1996 – Born in Hillerslev, Denmark
  • 2019 – Joined Team Visma | Lease a Bike as professional
  • 2021 – Daughter born with partner Trine Marie Hansen
  • 2022 – Won first Tour de France; married Trine Marie Hansen; changed surname to Hansen
  • 2023 – Won second consecutive Tour de France
  • 2024 – Serious crash in Itzulia Basque Country; returned mid‑season
  • 2025 – Won Vuelta a España, completing career Grand Tour set

The 2024 crash details remain scarce. Velo reported that Vingegaard made a strong recovery but the timeline is not fully public.

Additional sources

cyclingmagazine.ca, instagram.com, facebook.com, en.wikipedia.org

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Jonas Vingegaard still racing for Team Visma?

Yes, as of 2025 he remains with Team Visma | Lease a Bike under a long‑term contract.

What is Vingegaard’s exact salary from Visma?

No official figure has been disclosed; estimates range from €4–5 million per year.

Did Jonas Vingegaard break any records at the Tour de France?

He set the fastest ascent on several climbs but holds no outright Tour record.

How many Tour de France stages has Vingegaard won?

He has won five individual stages as of the 2025 season.

What bike does Jonas Vingegaard ride?

He rides a Bianchi Oltre RC for road racing, supplied by the team sponsor.

What was Vingegaard’s injury after the 2024 crash?

He suffered a broken collarbone and pneumothorax, requiring surgery and several months of recovery.

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