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What more can be said about the best sprinter in the world, who at the beginning of last year extended his contract with the team until the end of 2028? Tim enjoyed another spectacular season, finishing it with 16 wins under his belt, an impressive tally which helped the team rank among the most successful ones of 2025.
Between January and October, Merlier took at least a victory in all the stage races he competed in, including the Tour de France, where he returned after four years. Those two stages he convincingly won there were the cherry on the cake of an unforgettable season, which he got to spend in the European Champion jersey. This outstanding consistency helped him become the first Belgian rider in almost 50 years to achieve 16 wins in back-to-back years, while at the same time turning him into one of the most successful riders to have pulled on the famous Soudal Quick-Step jersey.
“This is my home, the team where I have always dreamed to be, and it gives me great pleasure to continue here and to score victories for the Wolfpack. It’s true that last year was a good one, but what always matters the most is this one, and I’m motivated to do my best for the squad and bring as many victories as possible, in both stage races and Classics, which I love so much.”
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