After his podium finish in his debut at the Tour of Flanders, expectations surrounding Remco Evenepoel could hardly be higher as the Belgian star continues with his Classics campaign this April.
But as he recently told Gazzetta dello Sport, he has learned to deal with the pressure that almost inevitably entails, as well as keeping a broader perspective on the sport.
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At the same time, he told the Italian newspaper that he regards racing in the same era as one of the greatest ever pro bike riders, Tadej Pogačar (UAE Team Emirates-XRG), was in no way discouraging
While Evenepoel will be heading to Amstel Gold – where he is expected to face off against former winner Tom Pidcock (Pinarello-Q36.5) amongst other top names – he will then possibly be racing at La Flèche Wallonne mid-week in Belgium, before a definite start at Liège-Bastogne-Liège.
The final Spring Monument will see him do battle against Pogačar, a three-time winner, while fast-rising French phenomenon Paul Seixas (Decathlon CMA CGM) is another major favourite for victory on Liège Quai des Ardennes next Sunday, April 26.
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