Tim Merlier has provided a clear assessment of the recent sprint maneuvers involving Jasper Philipsen, describing the physical contact observed during the race as a standard part of professional cycling. Amid ongoing discussions regarding Philipsen’s performance and his search for a stage victory in the current Tour de France, his peers have largely characterized the … Read more
Soudal Quick-Step’s Strategic Shift: Lefevere Eyes New Talent as Future Priorities Emerge In the high-stakes world of professional road cycling, roster management is as much about psychological fit as it is about raw wattage. Patrick Lefevere, the long-standing team manager of Soudal Quick-Step, recently offered a candid assessment of his team’s evolving composition, highlighting the … Read more
Giro Heartbreak: Arnaud De Lie Forced Out of 2026 Tour of Italy Amid Illness The 2026 Giro d’Italia was supposed to be the grand arrival of Arnaud De Lie on the sport’s biggest stages. Instead, the Belgian powerhouse’s first foray into the Corsa Rosa ended not with a podium celebration, but with a quiet, painful … Read more
Controversy Erupts as Lefevere Calls Motards’ Role in Pogacar’s Success ‘Unacceptable’ May 5, 2024 Daniel Richardson The world of professional cycling is in turmoil as Patrick Lefevere, the influential team manager of Quick Step-Alpha, has publicly labeled the role of motards—neutral support vehicles—in Tadej Pogacar’s recent successes as “unacceptable.” His comments, echoing broader frustrations within … Read more
Soudal Quick-Step Parts Ways with Specialized, Sets Sights on Merida Partnership in 2027 Soudal Quick-Step has officially confirmed the conclusion of its long-standing equipment partnership with Specialized, marking the complete of an era that began in 2019. The Belgian WorldTour squad will transition to Merida bicycles starting with the 2027 season, as confirmed by team … Read more
Jasper Stuyven’s Long-Awaited Breakthrough: A Historic Third at Paris-Roubaix 2026 For Jasper Stuyven, the cobblestones of northern France have always been a place of profound connection and frustrating proximity. For sixteen years, the Belgian rider has chased a professional result that matched the early promise of his youth. On Sunday, April 12, 2026, that pursuit … Read more
Harelbeke, Belgium – Former world champion Tom Boonen spent Friday observing the action at the E3 Saxo Classic from within the team car of Soudal Quick-Step, sparking speculation about a potential return to the Belgian cycling powerhouse. While a full-time role isn’t on the cards, the 45-year-old is exploring possibilities, and didn’t shy away from … Read more
Patrick Lefevere remains a man with a strong opinion about the course, even though he has now retired as CEO of Soudal Quick-Step for more than a year. But he also made mistakes in the past. For example, he missed out on Wout van Aert and Mathieu van der Poel. READ ALSO: Patrick Lefevere tackled … Read more
Since the departure of Remco Evenepoel, the focus at Soudal Quick-Step seems to be completely on the spring classics again. That is what the team has always been so good at, with an unprecedented peak between 2015 and 2020. It has been clear since the last transfer period: the Belgian formation is again firmly aiming … Read more
Quick-Step starts a new life without Remco Evenepoel. The absolute leader of the past seasons left for Red Bull-Bora Hansgrohe, but they certainly do not mourn at The Wolfpack. They even see advantages in Evenepoel’s departure. READ ALSO: Quick-Step throws everything overboard after departure from Evenepoel ‘It was time’ This became apparent at the team … Read more