'I’m not going to wait for an attack' – Jasper Stuyven hopes to put Soudal-QuickStep’s classics campaign back on course at the Tour of Flanders

Jasper Stuyven aims to revive Soudal-QuickStep’s Classics fortunes at the 2026 Tour of Flanders, determined to take the initiative rather than wait for others to attack. Despite a subdued start to the season and the absence of key sprinter Tim Merlier due to injury, Stuyven and new recruit Dylan van Baarle offer the team credible options against a formidable field including Pogačar, Van der Poel, and Van Aert. With realistic expectations, Soudal-QuickStep hopes a strong performance from Stuyven, who has a history of top-10 finishes in Flanders, signals a return to their traditional Classics strength.