Remco Evenepoel will not start the Waalse Pijl on Wednesday, marking a sudden and disappointing turn for fans who had hoped to notice the Belgian world champion in action midweek. The Soudal Quick-Step rider confirmed his withdrawal due to illness, shifting his full attention to preparing for Liège–Bastogne–Liège, the final and most demanding monument of … Read more
Mattias Skjelmose has offered a candid assessment of his second-place finish at the Amstel Gold Race, revealing the mental and physical toll of battling Remco Evenepoel in the finale. The Lidl-Trek rider admitted he struggled to match the Belgian’s explosive acceleration in the closing kilometers, despite feeling strong throughout the race. Speaking after the April … Read more
The Amstel Gold Race 2026 will traverse the rolling hills of South Limburg from Maastricht to Berg en Terblijt, organizers confirmed on Tuesday, unveiling a 258-kilometer route that blends iconic climbs with scenic countryside roads. The race, set for April 19, 2026, returns to its traditional Limburg heartland after a brief experiment with alternate starts … Read more