Fem van Empel has had an absolute breakthrough season in Cyclocross, and she's looking to add the cherry on top of the cake with a World title this weekend in Hoogerheide, but she goes in without pressure.
"I have achieved all my goals this season, so I am relaxed about the world championship," van Empel admits in a press release issued by
Jumbo-Visma. "Nevertheless, next Saturday will be a special day. I want to cross the finish line without regrets. I will see which result is linked to it. If someone is better than me on Saturday, I will have to deal with that. In any case, I will do everything I can to take home the beautiful rainbow jersey."