Luke Lamperti has already been compared to Tom Boonen. Naturally, there are high expectations for the young American cyclist at Soudal Quick-Step. The neo professional will soon participate in the Mallorca Challenge for the first time and spoke about his enthusiasm. “I’m anxious. This team has a rich history, especially in the classics, and is known for revealing young talents.”
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Wins in 2023
Lamperti won a series of races for Trinity Racing in 2023, including points classification at the Tour of Japan and the Tour of Britain and revealed his childhood dream on the Bob & Jens Podcast, by former professionals Bob Julich and Jens Voigt:
“As a child I always wanted to be part of this team, so riding here is truly a dream come true. All the cyclists who have won races like Roubaix and Flanders are great in the Classics and have a great track record in Monuments.”
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American has lived in the Netherlands since he was 15
The American, but he hasn’t lived in the Netherlands for some time. “I moved to the Netherlands when I was fifteen. In Europe I found what I wanted. I started mountain biking as a kid, but slowly transitioned to the road.”
“In the Netherlands, I participated in the national team as a junior. I’m fascinated by cobblestones. Because of how cobblestone racing is different from other street racing.”
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Premiere in Mallorca
I had two great Training Camps with the team. I’m really looking forward to my debut in Mallorca (January 24th to 28th) and my first competition number. I hope to have some opportunities during the season to see where I am, but I have no real goals. I really don’t know what to expect yet. I was very well received by the team and I hope to learn from these boys”, concluded the American.