The UCI has taken note of ASO's decision to withdraw their races from the WorldTour and register them as .HC races on the UCI calendar. However, the International Cycling Union remains committed to continue the planned reforms to proceed despite the news from the major organizers.

The UCI have reacted to the decision by issuing a statement. They hope that the reforms till allow the sport to develop gradually and sensibly.

The full statement reads:

The Union Cycliste Internationale (UCI) takes note of the intention of Amaury Sport Organisation (ASO) to register its currently registered UCI WorldTour events as Hors Classe on the UCI calendar for 2017.

The reform of men’s professional road cycling, which will enable sensible and gradual evolution of this important part of our sport, was approved by the Professional Cycling Council (PCC) in June and ratified by the UCI Management Committee in September.

It has been developed over two years of very detailed and open dialogue and consultation amongst a diverse group of stakeholders, including race organisers, teams and riders. The reform will offer stability for all, and will allow our sport to grow sustainably while
protecting the interests of existing stakeholders.

The UCI remains committed to implementing the reforms which were agreed as part of this extensive consultation process and which the UCI believes properly balances the interests of all those involved in professional cycling.