Favourite training area: The Flemish Ardennes, Pays des Collines

Favourite one-day race: E3 Harelbeke

Favourite stage race: Tour de France

Childhood sports hero: Tom Boonen, Lance Armstrong

Best warm-up music: Dance music

Favourite healthy food: Pasta pesto

Favourite cheat meal: Belgian fries

Hobbies: My Vespa, travelling, wine tasting