Remco Evenepoel Confirms Move to Red Bull-Bora Hansgrohe After Tour de France
Remco Evenepoel officially transfers to Red Bull-Bora Hansgrohe after the 2025 Tour de France, marking a significant shift in his career.
- • Remco Evenepoel transfers from Soudal-Quick Step to Red Bull-Bora Hansgrohe.
- • Evenepoel had one year left on his contract but was released at his request.
- • Red Bull-Bora Hansgrohe views Evenepoel as a crucial addition to their team.
- • Soudal-Quick Step plans to focus on classic races post-departure.
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Belgian cycling star Remco Evenepoel has officially confirmed his transfer from Soudal-Quick Step to Red Bull-Bora Hansgrohe, set to take effect after the 2025 Tour de France. This announcement puts an end to months of speculation surrounding his future. Despite having a year remaining on his contract, the team released Evenepoel at his own request after he indicated he did not wish to negotiate a contract extension that was due to run until the end of 2026.
Soudal-Quick Step's management stated, *"After consulting with our sponsors and partners, we decided it was in everyone's best interest to allow Remco to leave at the end of the current season."* Evenepoel, who is a double Olympic champion and achieved significant milestones with Soudal-Quick Step, including a third-place finish in the 2024 Tour de France, will now join Red Bull-Bora Hansgrohe, which sees him as a crucial addition to their lineup.
Team CEO Ralph Denk highlighted Evenepoel's capabilities, saying, *"Remco embodies ambition. He doesn’t just want to ride; he wants to shape cycling."* Meanwhile, Soudal-Quick Step is expected to recalibrate its focus towards classic races as they transition without their star rider. The duration of Evenepoel's contract with Red Bull-Bora Hansgrohe has not been disclosed, leaving fans eager for further updates on his future in the sport.