Remco Evenepoel, born on January 25, 2000, has emerged as one of the most successful road cyclists of the 21st century. Hailing from cycling enthusiast Belgium in Aalst, Evenepoel has a unique journey unlike other riders. Born to former pro rider Patrick Evenepoel, he discovered his talent after a football injury at 15, transitioning to cycling. At 17, he made the switch.
He’s under contract with Quick-Step Alpha Vinyl Team until 2026, likely earning €1 to €2 million. Married to Oumaima Oumi Rayane, Specialized ambassador and model, he shared power data from 2022 Volta ao Algarve, revealing impressive performance. His FTP is estimated around 6.1-6.3W/Kg.
Despite crashes, including 2020’s career-threatening fall at Il Lombardia, Evenepoel’s career began strong. In 2018, he dominated as the most successful junior cyclist ever. Winning 25 races, he swept Belgian, European, and World Championships, often solo. This caught World Tour teams’ attention, leading to a unique contract directly into the pro ranks.
Under Quick-Step Alpha Vinyl Team, Evenepoel’s journey accelerated. He won youth classifications, stages, and overall titles in various races. In 2020, he excelled with four stage-race victories and climbed to the top. His return from injury wasn’t smooth, but he triumphed at the Baloise Belgium Tour.
In 2022, Evenepoel excelled further. He dominated races like Volta a la Comunitat Valenciana, Liège-Bastogne-Liège, and the Vuelta a Espana, securing Belgium’s first Grand Tour victory in years. He continued with strong performances in time-trials and claimed the road race at the World Championships.
In a near-perfect season, he clinched the World Championships road race title, wearing the rainbow jersey for the first time as an elite rider. Evenepoel’s remarkable journey and achievements have made him a standout in the world of cycling.
