Ralph Denk<\/a> credited him as a key figure in that rise: \u201cHe\u2019s shaped both our riders and the team itself \u2014 and helped establish us as a fixture at the very top of world cycling.\u201d<\/p>\nFor Evenepoel, who arrives after seven seasons at Soudal – Quick-Step, this represents more than just a change of jersey. It\u2019s a shift in environment and approach, aligning with a structure designed to support grand tour ambitions.<\/p>\n
Beyond the data<\/p>\n
Lorang\u2019s methods are rooted in individualisation. He rejects the idea of a standardised model for performance. \u201cThere\u2019s no \u2018one-size-fits-all\u2019 approach,\u201d he said. \u201cEveryone is different. My job is to find what works best for each individual. The goal isn\u2019t perfection, it\u2019s progress.\u201d<\/p>\n
It\u2019s a philosophy that could suit Evenepoel at a key point in his career. Now 25, the Belgian has already won a Grand Tour, world titles, multiple monuments and time trial rainbow jerseys. But against Pogacar \u2014 and the likes of rivals such as Jonas Vingegaard \u2014 finding an extra layer is essential.<\/p>\n
Lorang\u2019s belief in incremental, structured development speaks to that challenge. \u201cSmall, consistent improvements lead to big changes over time,\u201d he explained. \u201cFor the athlete, winning is the ultimate goal. As a coach, my job is to create the environment in which winning becomes possible.\u201d<\/p>\n
The Pogacar problem<\/p>\n
Evenepoel\u2019s own ambitions have never been a secret. He wants to be the best \u2014 and that means taking on Pogacar at full strength. Closing that gap isn\u2019t simply a matter of increasing raw power numbers or climbing speeds. It involves meticulous planning, careful load management, and the psychological confidence to match the sport\u2019s most dominant rider.<\/p>\n
Lorang shifting into a more individualised coaching role won\u2019t guarantee immediate transformation. But for Red Bull – BORA – hansgrohe, it represents a clear statement of intent: to create the conditions where a rider of Evenepoel\u2019s calibre can keep evolving.<\/p><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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