'He turned pro too early': Eddy Merckx just can't stop commenting on Evenepoel

The cycling legend has happily voiced his opinion on the young Belgian multiple times during the rider's short career

Eddy Merckx and Remco Evenepoel
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Eddy Merckx has, once again, voiced his criticisms of Remco Evenepoel, this time saying "I admire his character, but he turned pro too early."

Evenepoel turned professional back in 2019 at the age of 18 with Deceuninck - Quick-Step and has already racked up an impressive 21 victories during his three years at WorldTour level

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