Magnus Sheffield "already confirmed he could be a classics rider" according to INEOS DS

Magnus Sheffield was one of the transfers that promised the most this past winter, however not even INEOS Grenadiers would've expected such a sudden rise to the top of the ranks from the young American, who quickly piled on quality wins in his first months in the World Tour.

INEOS DS Dario Cioni talked to VeloNews, in which he had nothing but good works regarding the American's first few months with the team: “I used to be positive he was going to have a superb 12 months however I didn’t anticipate him to win one and even two races so early. The extent is so excessive as of late, it is extremely onerous to win any race," he said, whilst providing a big example: “Brabantse Pijl is an actual race. It simply confirms the progress he’s made."

Last year, riding for Rally Cycling, Sheffield had already given promising signs within the pro ranks, however nothing compared to the season he's been having so far with the British team, which has seen him - amongst other strong supporting performances - take wins at the Brabantse Pijl and Vuelta a Andalucia.

“We nonetheless want to find much more about Magnus. He’s already confirmed he could be a classics rider, however I wouldn’t be shocked if he also can do nicely in stage-racing," Cioni added. Next week's Tour de Romandie will be a test for Sheffield, as he doesn't face much competition from within the team. “We all know he can time trial, and with the ability to time trial nicely opens up quite a lot of potentialities. And from his numbers, we additionally know he can climb nicely.”

“For somebody at his age, he’s very sensible tactically. He additionally says issues within the group conferences. It’s good to have an opinion. We wish to give him WorldTour stage race expertise these 12 months...” Cioni concluded. Sheffield has just turned 20 years old and is one of the most promising upcoming riders, and it is certain that in the future there will be much discussion on what type of rider he may be in the coming years - and if he finds a speciality.