Babette van der Wolf
Hometown
Rotterdam, Netherlands
Date of birth
29 April 2004
Languages
Dutch, German, and English
Nickname
Bebs
Family bike rides turned into something more dedicated when Babette’s older sister joined a local cycling club as a teenager. Wanting to emulate her sibling, Babette began to take cycling more seriously. The pair often trained together, encouraging each other to grow and improve.
Now in her fourth season as a pro, Babette continues to grow and develop as a rider. Last season she sprinted her way to top five finishes on stages at the Tour of Britain and the Giro d’Italia and was a valuable teammate to help Noemi win the Tour Down Under.
Growing up in the Netherlands, Babette quickly learned to love headwinds and harsh weather. Today, she is happiest racing when the conditions are tough and the day includes cobbles or punchy hills. Naturally, she loves the spring classics.
Babette is currently studying in an online medical science course. She enjoys how studying forces her to take a break from cycling. Another passion of hers is cooking. Babette’s specialty is homemade gnocchi. When you hear Dutch dance music blasting from the team bus ahead of a race, you know it’s Babette’s turn to DJ.
Questions & Answers
Who is the person you most admire and why?
Probably one of my family members, because they show me how you have to live life to the fullest and that I should enjoy every moment of life, even the less enjoyable moments.
What’s your favorite song in your native language?
Bagagedrager by Gers Pardoel.
What’s your hidden talent?
Drawing.
If you could time travel, what date/year would you visit and why?
Going back to the 1970s, ‘80s, and ‘90s where phones weren’t a thing yet, and life was like the old movies :)
What is your favorite thing to do on a rest day?
Have a picnic on top of the mountain, with a blue sky ;)