The Belgian is set to reinforce our team’s Classics department.
Dries Van Gestel will sport the Soudal Quick-Step jersey in the next two seasons, after the 29-year-old from Turnhout has signed an agreement until the end of 2026.
A rider made for the demanding one-day races, Dries has built himself a nice palmares in the past couple of years, which includes a solo victory in Ronde van Drenthe, an impressive podium finish at Gent-Wevelgem, as well as top ten results in Kuurne-Brussels-Kuurne, Scheldeprijs, Paris-Tours, Brussels-Cycling Classic and the National Championships. By joining our team at the start of next year, he will make a well-deserved step to the World Tour, after nine seasons as a pro.
“I’m really happy to sign for Soudal Quick-Step. Ever since I was young, this team was one of those who were excelling in the Classics, with riders like Tom Boonen, who wrote history in this jersey. I think it’s the dream of every young Belgian rider to compete for such a successful team like Soudal Quick-Step. I am hoping to be part of a winning squad in the biggest races. If I take the victory, great! If I help my teammate to win, even better. I can’t wait for next year”, an enthused Dries said.
“We are aware of Dries’ quality, fighting spirit and determination. He is the kind of rider who never gives up and always gives his all in a race, and this mentality is a perfect match to that of our team. We are delighted that he will be a member of the Wolfpack from next year and we are confident we can do some beautiful things together”, added Soudal Quick-Step CEO Patrick Lefevere.
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