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Julian Alaphilippe, Kasper Asgreen and Tim Merlier lead Quick-Step in attempt to save spring at Tour of Flanders
CyclingFriday, 31 March 2023 at 12:50
Soudal - Quick-Step have been having a difficult spring so far but every race is an opportunity to turn it around. The Belgian team's lineup for the Tour of Flanders is of high quality but they face a very big challenge and a lot of internal pressure to perform.
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Julian Alaphilippe has eyed Flandres for the spring as his main goal but form has been inconsistent. The Frenchman looked strong at Tirreno-Adriatico but has since not shown his best legs. He's looking for revenge following the 2020 race where he crashed into a motorbike whilst fighting for a win.
Kasper Asgreen and Yves Lampaert will be co-leading the team in an attempt to give it more options and participate in the expected attacks. Asgreen, 2021's winner, has also not shown his best form yet this spring and is unsure of being a candidate. Florian Sénéchal will be present as well, with Tim Declercq providing support.
The team will have options for the sprints that could decide positions within the Top10. Davide Ballerini has been on good form lately and will be testing himself as an outsider. The surprise addition to the lineup is Belgian champion Tim Merlier. He may not be a contender for the victory but his presence will be interesting.
Soudal - Quick-Step for Tour of Flanders: Julian Alaphilippe, Kasper Asgreen, Davide Ballerini, Tim Merlier, Yves Lampaert, Florian Sénéchal and Tim Declercq.
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