Hours after DSM announced the termination of its contract with Belgian Tiesj Benoot a year earlier, Jumbo team issued an announcement announcing that the 27-year-old had joined the team on a two-year contract.
Benott, winner of the 2018 Strade Bianche, will compete in the Classics with compatriot Van Alte and may support GC boss Roglic in the Grand Tour.
In 2018, Benott, who also won the Belgian Lotto team, won the White Road Race
Benott, who finished second overall in paris-nice in 2020 and fourth in the 2018 Double Seas, excelled in shorter stage competitions.
Main drivers lose Beanott and DSM team terminated their contract early
Benott and DSM team said the two sides were "peacefully separated" and the team said he "can no longer live up to his promises, which is reflected in performance on and off the bike". He is the latest in a string of drivers to leave the German team during his contract period.
His former team-mate Ilan Van Wilder threatened legal action to leave the DSM team early, rumors that a compromise had been reached between the two sides and a dramatic no-show, and eventually Van Wilder was signed by the team.
Contract dispute ends Van Wilder's transfer from DSM to Quicksche
"At Jumbo, I think I can go further. I've always had a lot of respect for this team over the past few years. I know some people in the team (maybe former teammate Di Moulin), so I can know how the team works. The way it works professionally appeals to me," Benott said at a news conference, noting that he has not yet reached the pinnacle of his own abilities.
"I believe that in this team, I can be the best cyclist. In major events, I want to be able to play a decisive role in the game, whether it is for the main player or for myself, if the opportunity arises. ”
Jumbo Racing Team director Merijn Zeeman is very excited about the Arrival of the Belgian driver. "Benott has been on our list of potential reinforcements for several years. When he was sure to leave DSM, we didn't hesitate to throw an olive branch. We are glad he chose us. He is a great rider and has a great personality. His arrival reinforced the team line-up and his personality matched us perfectly. ”
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