The coach that led Remco Evenepoel to double Olympic gold remains unemployed: “I am open to everything”

Sven Vanthourenhout was part of the Belgian national coaching team that led their star rider Remco Evenepoel to become the first man to win the Olympic road race and time trial at the same games. But, nearly two months since leaving his role with the Belgian cycling association, he announced on Instagram that he is still without a permanent role, despite rumours linking him to various teams.

“Because many ask themselves the question and ask me the question: No, my future is not yet fixed!” Said Vanthourenhout, who has been linked with Red Bull - BORA - hansgrohe. “The conversations I have had have been interesting and inspiring here and there, but have not led to a signature. Either from their side or from mine.”

With his experience, this is a surprise, and many believed he would join Evenepoel again at Soudal-Quick Step. But, as of yet, there have been no conformations as to what his future holds.

“I have enjoyed being home for a while in recent weeks, being able to clear my head and watch cyclocross as a regular fan of the sport,” said Vanthourenhout, who has also helped Wout van Aert when racing for the national team in recent years.

“Now it is slowly becoming time to look forward to what will come next. There are possibilities, I have possibilities, and I am open to everything within and outside of sports. On to the future!”