Remco Evenepoel should have been disqualified from Brabantse Pijl according to former British cyclist Adam Blythe.

Former British cyclist and Eurosport pundit Adam Blythe believes Remco Evenepoel (Quick-Step Alpha Vinyl Team) should have been kicked out of the Brabantse Pijl men’s event after pushing Ben Turner (Ineos Grenadiers) during the race. The pair were passing through Huldenberg towards the start of three 21km circuits when Evenepoel’s path was blocked by Turner. Growing frustrated with being unable to find a way through, the 22-year-old Belgian shepherded Turner into a wider position by nudging his first onto his opponents hip.

Ad/> “What is he doing?” said a shocked Blythe during commentary. /> Brabantse Pijl'The world champion is down!' — Alaphilippe down after congestion ahead of final lap27 MINUTES AGO /> “I’m sorry for saying that, but at the same time, he doesn’t treat riders with respect. Why has he just fully pushed him out of the race? If someone did that in a sprint, they’d be disqualifed.

It’s the same thing”, Blythe said. “To me, that is no different to be pushing someone out the way in a bunch sprint. So, why shouldn’t he be disqualified for it? Sorry if people don’t like that, but keep your hands on your bars.

There’s no need to do it”. 'Spoilt little brat! He doesn't treat riders with respect!' — Blythe slams Evenepoel for push Vollering streaks clear to take De Brabantse Pijl Tour of Turkey stage 4 highlights as Eduardo Sepulveda takes the win The pair would meet again later in the race, with both riders vying for position on the steep, cobbled climb through the woods of Moskesstraat, and their head-to-head battle would continue to the finish, which ended in yet more drama for Evenepoel. A difficult race was guaranteed from the start, with the wet conditions adding to the challenge ahead.