Netherlands
date of birth
28th October 1998
height
1.74 cm
speciality
All rounder
During the spring classics I was able to play a key role in multiple races. I was able to reach several top 10 results in the classics with as a best result Gent-Wevelgem (4th place). I really want to be on the podium in some of the big classics in the next years. Next to this I wish to be able to be on the podium in punchy stages or prologues in big tours like Vuelta, Giro d'Italia or the Tour de France Femmes. Besides my own goals I think it's always good to see the team perspective. I love the balance by giving 120% for my teammates when they have big goals, and in the other hand challenge myself and see how far I can come with the help of my teammates. I think this makes cycling a beautiful but also hard sport. You can't win races without your team. This is one of the reasons I choose for UAE Team ADQ. They are willing to ride for each other and push through the limits to get the best out of every individual. This is what counts. My hobby? Cooking, spending time with my family and friends, exploring new places.
KARLIJN SWINKELS
Netherlands
April 28, 2024
29/04/20224 - Stage 2 | Buñol - Moncófa (km 118.3)
Type: 8 stages race
Distance: 880.90
3rd place
March 31, 2024
31/03/2024 | Tour of Flanders | Oudenaarde - Oudenaarde (163km)
Type: One day race
Distance: 163
10th place
March 17, 2024
17/03/2024 | Trofeo Alfredo Binda | Maccagno con Pino e Veddasca - Cittiglio (140.5km)
Type: One day race
Distance: 140
6th place
March 3, 2024
Trofeo Oro in Euro | Montignoso-Montignoso
Type: One day race
Distance: 106.8
2nd place
February 27, 2024
Le Samyn des Dames | Quaregnon-Dour
Type: One day race
Distance: 114.8
4th place