Fee Knaven signs two-year deal with Human Powered Health

Dutch cyclist Fee Knaven has signed a two-year contract with Human Powered Health, marking her transition from the continental level to the Women’s WorldTour. The 19-year-old rider will join the team from the UAE Development Team, with her deal set to run through the end of 2028.

Knaven, the daughter of former professionals Servais and Natascha den Ouden, has demonstrated strength in time trials and stage races. Her recent performances include a seventh-place finish at Festival Elsy Jacobs à Garnich and an eighth-place finish in the individual time trial at the Vuelta a Extremadura Femenina. She previously secured second place at the European Junior Time Trial Championships and fourth at the World Championships in the same discipline.

Human Powered Health officials noted that Knaven’s recruitment aligns with the team’s vision of developing next-generation talent alongside experienced riders. Knaven expressed excitement about the step up to the professional level, stating her intention to prioritize improving her time-trialing abilities and competing in stage races featuring short climbs.