New challenge for Rik Verbrugge. The former coach of Belgium, and sporting director of numerous teams such as Israel-Premier Tech, BMC, Iam Cycling or even Bahrain Meridagot involved with cyclo-cross training, Ridley Racing. For the moment, the Belgian team has not yet specified what role the 50-year-old Belgian would occupy.
Video – Rik Verbrugghe after Houle's success on the Tour in 2022
“A lot of pride”
In a press release, the training Ridley Racing announced the arrival of the former Belgian coach with “a lot of pride”. She specified that the team director will bring “his many years of experience and his deep knowledge of cycling will play a key role in the ambitious future projects.”. The training was created by the bicycle brand Ridley in 2024, Felipe Ortssilver medalist at the 2024 European Championships is notably part of the team alongside two other riders.
