A tragic news arrives via social media: Daisy, Robert Gesink's wife, passed away last night after a brief illness. The former Dutch cyclist himself announced it online with a moving Instagram message: "You will live forever in our hearts. Thank you for all the love you gave us, for your beautiful smile that illuminated every room. It breaks my heart to continue without you, but above all, I am truly proud to be your husband".

Many cycling champions, friends from the environment, and fans are responding to this message, trying to bring comfort to Robert, his children Anne and Bram, and his family.

The Visma Lease a Bike team, where Gesink has played throughout his career under various names, has also published a condolence message: "Joy and sorrow are closely intertwined for us at this moment. The entire team is deeply saddened by the death of Daisy, Robert Gesink's wife. Our thoughts are with all her loved ones during this difficult time, and we hold Daisy and her family in our hearts".