Remco Evenepoel has received strong support from his former team manager Patrick Lefevere regarding the rider's decision to skip the Belgian National Championships this year in order to remain fully focused on his build-up for the fast-approaching Tour de France.
The Red Bull-Bora-Hansgrohe rider has opted to miss the Nationals, a decision which according to Belgian Cycling Federation regulations, which stipulate all pro racers must take part in that event, could hypothetically result in a short suspension.