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Ewan abandoned during stage 13, it wasn't a DNS. So I don't know what you mean with the De Buyst interview.
Ewan abandoned during stage 13, it wasn't a DNS. So I don't know what you mean with the De Buyst interview.
- Mar 29, 2012
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Correction:
I was wrong, it was an interview after the finish.
Still De Buyst didn't see the DNF of Ewan coming on that stage (interview on top of the Grand Colombier), and was very much disappointed.
He said explicitly, when the reporter asked: "Did you have the feeling that it wasn't worth it anymore (for Caleb) to keep pushing" -> no, I don't think so. I think you have to try and push in every single stage, that's why I pulled him yesterday for 160K to the finish.
That really says it all how disappointed Ewan made De Buyst feel.
- May 10, 2015
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You just have no idea what this is about do you? Literally nothing to do with him winning or not.
Literally every single post above mine was about his lack of wins and efforts when he’s not close to winning.
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Yes, so that's not a valid reason to be annoyed then? What has that to do with supposedly (he had De Buyst when he was fit again btw, he just doesn't like following him for some reason) not having teammates in the end? You can't ask a rider that earns between 1.5 and 2M a year to actually try to get the best result possible anymore?
And no him not sprinting to the line every time isn't the only reason why the management (and teammates) are done with him.
- Apr 8, 2023
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https://cyclinguptodate.com/cycling...-leave-caleb-ewans-future-remains-in-the-dark
(Quote)The team has made it clear that they would prefer me to leave, but I still have a contract (until the end of 2024, ed.).(End quote)
He has a new son now and is racing Gooiske Pijl today so maybe he'll stay with Lotto next year, but after his behavior this year, probably not racing a GT.
(Quote)The team has made it clear that they would prefer me to leave, but I still have a contract (until the end of 2024, ed.).(End quote)
He has a new son now and is racing Gooiske Pijl today so maybe he'll stay with Lotto next year, but after his behavior this year, probably not racing a GT.
Ewan needs to get a win or two in the following weeks or he will have no option with other teams in 2024 - And he will have a C Grade program in 2024.
Did you guys notice how strong Jasper de Buyst was in the last weeks? I almost forgot he could ride for own results. But he was extremely good since the Tour.
De Buyst was like a brother to Ewan, and sacrificed all his life for Caleb. When Ewan left 2023 TdF, de Buyst was angry and devastated. I think being free to ride for own results did him good in the past weeks. There is a life after being part of Ewan‘s entourage. Good for de Buyst, who should be able to stay at Lotto.
And Ewan, whom I also like, will benefit from a fresh start elsewhere. IMHO he still has TdF stage victories in him - now it‘s time to show he‘s still up there.
De Buyst was like a brother to Ewan, and sacrificed all his life for Caleb. When Ewan left 2023 TdF, de Buyst was angry and devastated. I think being free to ride for own results did him good in the past weeks. There is a life after being part of Ewan‘s entourage. Good for de Buyst, who should be able to stay at Lotto.
And Ewan, whom I also like, will benefit from a fresh start elsewhere. IMHO he still has TdF stage victories in him - now it‘s time to show he‘s still up there.
Ewan needs to actually finish a race to be appealing to other teams.
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Ewan is down for the Omlopp van het Houland (startlist at https://www.procyclingstats.com/race/omloop-van-het-houtland-lichtervelde/2023/startlist ) but again he's up against Groenewegen, Thijssen, Merlier etc . If he can be up for the sprint, then the team could have some faith in him, but a DNF again because he sat up early or without good reason, will only confirm managements's worst fears.
Lotto will need to facilitate a move where they part of Ewan's wage at his next team - I am certain they can come to a suitable arrangement.
- May 10, 2015
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Given the expected wind he'll be DNF after 50kms tomorrow.
The only reason he's at the start of these races is so that Lotto can't actually fire him cause that would be him refusing to work. There's probably some games going on behind the scenes. Ewan not doing anything in races threatining to just take the money and do the exact same thing next year (empty threats imo, would completely ruin his career) and Lotto threatening to not send him to any big races if he stays.
The only reason he's at the start of these races is so that Lotto can't actually fire him cause that would be him refusing to work. There's probably some games going on behind the scenes. Ewan not doing anything in races threatining to just take the money and do the exact same thing next year (empty threats imo, would completely ruin his career) and Lotto threatening to not send him to any big races if he stays.
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Ofcourse faking an injury is also an option.
All those 10 hours on the bike in August must've been really hard on his wrist after all.
All those 10 hours on the bike in August must've been really hard on his wrist after all.
Some of the sprinters require more encouragement or psychological support i..e Kittel, Bennett, and now Caleb. For the teams to take a hard man approach is very wrong.
Is he done? I like Caleb but the last couple years have tested my belief (and my fandom). If Ewan has the desire and the fitness (and is willing to sign for an amount his results over the last several years merit), I wonder if he couldn't be a good fit for INEOS. That assumes, of course, that INEOS realizes that the next couple of years will be grim for its GC ambitions, so they should build out their squads for stage wins and less dedicated support for the team leader. Both G and Rowe have mentioned how nice it would be to have a sprinter. Viviani ain't it; Ganna showed he would be a superb leadout man. Top-form Caleb could be a versatile weapon.
It seemed like a build up of issues caused Ewan to leave Lotto Dstny - And as I posted earlier in the year, he was unhappy that Lotto did not send a team to the TDU which I criticised at the time - I suspect the seeds were sowed at this time. Anyway, Ewan will get full support at Jayco and will have a good sprint team - It's up to him.
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It was best for all concerned that Ewan moved, but now he's at Jayco who have Gronenwegen already, so hopefully the battle to be number 1 sprinter at Jayco will improve both of them.
With no dog in the fight, I have to say none of the parties have covered themselves in glory here - but Ewan comes way worse off. And not for the first time.
They will share the GT's and form will decide who does what - Depending on course profiles they can probably share the 3 GT's.
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