Meeusen goes pro with Fidea

Just as one Belgian has announced his presence as one of the best in cyclo-cross, another promises to follow a similar trajectory. Fidea has signed 19-year-old Belgian Tom Meeusen to a three-year contract. The national espoirs 'cross champion finished third in the U23 race at last weekend's world cup event in Tabor, Czech Republic, and looks set to enjoy a strong 2008-09 season.