The Dutch Cycling Federation (KNWU) announced it will reduce its squad for the 2025 UCI Road World Championships in Rwanda due to budget constraints. This decision follows Denmark's earlier announcement of not sending under-23 or junior teams. The KNWU's choice stems from a Dutch Olympic Committee ruling that puts the financial responsibility of road cycling onto the federation, necessitating cuts to the under-23 and junior teams. Coach Tom Veelers lamented his departure and the negative impact on young talents in cycling.
The Dutch Cycling Federation (KNWU) has decided to send a reduced squad to the 2025 UCI Road World Championships in Rwanda due to budget restraints.
The KNWU's decision was influenced by the Dutch Olympic Committee's ruling that road cycling, as a commercial sport, needs to support itself with limited government subsidy.
National under-23 coach Tom Veelers expressed disappointment over losing his position due to program cuts, noting young riders will be adversely affected.
The absence of youth teams comes after the Dutch under-23 participants achieved notable success at the 2024 Worlds, raising concerns about future talent development.
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