Remco Evenepoel took a major step in his development over the course of the 2024 season. As a result, the
Soudal - Quick-Step leader has now been awarded the prestigious Kristallen Fiets trophy for best Belgian rider of the year at a ceremony in Kruisem on Tuesday evening.
Finishing ahead of teammate Tim Merlier, it marks the fourth time in Evenepoel's career that he has won the award after 2019, 2022 and 2023. “Receiving this trophy for the fourth time in my career makes me proud and happy," reflected the 24-year-old, double Olympic champion afterwards, in quotes collected by Soudal - Quick-Step's
official website. "I am satisfied with my season. Maybe I got fewer wins than last year, but I think the quality of those victories counts a lot. Let’s not forget that the crash in the Basque Country derailed my spring and possibly cost me a couple of wins. That’s why, overall, I can be content with what I achieved this year.”
