In truth though, that didn't do much to dampen speculation. Across the continent, as Red Bull - BORA - hansgrohe were celebrating a second ever Grand Tour win at the 2024
Vuelta a Espana, talk of Evenepoel infiltrated the camp, with Red Bull - BORA - hansgrohe CEO
Ralph Denk asked for a comment on the rumours by
HLN. “I hear and read the rumours every day in Italian, English and Belgian newspapers," Denk admitted. "But I have nothing to say about it. They are gossip and I may not, cannot and will not respond to them. No matter how annoying that is for you journalists.”
Now, even Red Bull - BORA - hansgrohe leader and the man who won the Red Jersey at the Vuelta a Espana,
Primoz Roglic has been tracked down and asked for comment. “There are rumours circulating that Evenepoel would join your team. Would you be able to leave if Remco came or would you stay in the team anyway,” Marca asked the Slovenian. “Those are always difficult subjects to comment on," Roglic answered, typically keeping his cards close to his chest. “It is something that has not happened yet. The most important thing is that we have found the right path with the team. We worked hard and won the Vuelta.”