because I ’ m sure he can bring some things to my programme that I don ’ t have . I know I have a lot to learn , but I want to have fun and do as well as I can .” Coenen will link with countryman and former multi world champion Joel Smets , who will oversee his development . Smets guided double MX2 # 1 Tom Vialle from EMX aspirant to two titles in just four seasons between 2019 and 2022 . “ It is almost insane how much energy and motivation Sacha has , and , at the moment , he is the smaller of the twins !” says Smets . “ I don ’ t think I have ever seen so much determination and dedication from someone who is still so young . He still needs to grow physically and professionally , and we need to work on the balance between his desire and his abilities . It will be a big challenge to guide all that energy ... but we are really looking forward to it .” Coenen will also be able to count on the experience of new Team Manager Tony Cairoli as the squad will now field a four-rider roster . Jeffrey Herlings will be the sole entrant in the
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