Remco Evenepoel Delays Return to Cycling

Double Olympic champion Remco Evenepoel has announced that he will not return to competitive cycling until mid-April following a serious crash with a postal van that resulted in multiple fractures, including his hand, ribs, and shoulder blade. Initially hoping to compete in early March, Evenepoel has decided to prioritize his recovery and aims to participate in the Fleche Brabanconne on April 18 and the subsequent Ardennes classics. The collision occurred on December 3 while he was training, leading to significant injuries, including contusions to his lungs and a dislocated collarbone. Evenepoel's delayed comeback will also prevent him from racing in Milan-San Remo on March 22. He is currently awaiting the results of a scan on January 9 to determine when he can begin training again. Despite his injuries, Evenepoel remains optimistic about his ambitions for the season, including a focus on the Tour de France.