Team DSM coach Arjan Ribbers: “We head to the Brussels Cycling Classic with a strong, young and motivated team. Despite its hilly parcours the race often ends in a bunch sprint, although depending on how hard the pace is throughout the day, it could be a reduced bunch finish. The team will work to protect and keep and Max safe throughout the day, setting him up for the fast finale. It’s also Niklas’ first race since it was announced that he will make the step up to the Men’s program next year, so it will be a nice experience for him to ride with his future teammates.”