The sun is out and Cyclingnews reporters Patrick Fletcher and Barry Ryan are at the start, capturing the riders' final thoughts and the atmosphere of the big race. The riders are in the tunnel that cuts below Antwerp. Ben Swift is also doing some of the early work to chase the attack for Ineos leader Tom Pidcock. The crowds are also back at the race after a two-year absence. On the Paterberg a new acceleration follows. Pogacar and van der Poel are playing games. I was boxed in. We're getting closer and closer to the key climbs. But the Dutchman holds on over the top of the Oude Kwaremont. Well see, its a long race. Van der Poel (Alpecin Fenix) and Kng (Groupama-FDJ) initially miss the jump, but at the end of the Oude Kwaremont they can join too. You will start from Waregem for an 73, 117 or 147 -kilometer ride through the challenging Flemish countryside. Zonder dagvaarding, vrijwillige naleving door uw Internet Service Provider, of aanvullende gegevens van een derde partij, kan informatie die alleen voor dit doel wordt opgeslagen of opgehaald gewoonlijk niet worden gebruikt om je te identificeren. Each year the day before the pros battle it out a sportive is held to allow the public to share the experience of riding the famous cobbles of Flanders in one of the highlights of the sportive calendar. Teams. A last moment of calm. On Sunday (2 April), the Tour of Flanders (Ronde van Vlaanderen; Tour des Flandres) will celebrate its 107th men's and 20th women's editions as the first of two back-to-back cobbled monuments (Paris-Roubaix follows next week). Patrick Fletcher, Pidcock and Kung too. Food Alpecin-Deceuninck collective morale boosted after Jasper Philipsen's Scheldeprijs victory, By On the Koppenberg and Pogacar surges again, chasing van der Poel. The race is near Haaltert, south of Aalst. In the end, it was Pogaar who took the Tour of Flanders all the way. 2022 Tour of Flanders men's race: Schedule (all times local CEST, approximate after race start): 10:00 - Riders roll out from the Grote Markt Antwerp 10:18 - Official race start from Zwijndrecht 12:46 - Riders pass through first two cobbled sectors - Lippenhovestraat and Paddestraat (168.8km to go) To date, this is the fastest Tour of Flanders ever. A strong time trialist, if she gets away late in the race and other teams refuse to chase her (for fear of giving Kopecky a free ride to the finish line) they may never see her again. All other distances will start and finish in Oudenaarde. But you may also be one of those super relaxed gravel riders or a cycling tourist who wants to ride their own spring classic. The road is only one lane ride as they pass through Sint-Niklaas. (Slideshow route/profile) Take a look the results/report of the Tour of Flanders 2022, and read about the route and the start list. The race favours riders who are strong enough to shed their rivals on the double-digit gradients and fast enough to burn any hangers-on off their wheels in the sprint. The 2023 UCI World Tour is a series of races that include thirty-five road cycling events throughout the 2023 cycling season. I hope it continues in the race. Photo Galleries, Glossary, Terms, Lists This was the view on the Antwerp Grote Markt. Pogacar ups the pace. Future Publishing Limited Quay House, The Ambury, It was fun on the stage," he said. published 25 April 23, Beyond super teams and seemingly unbeatable riders, the Classics offered countless insights into the WorldTour, By A completely spent Mathieu van der Poel finishes second. Next up is the steep 1.1km long Berg Ten Houte climb. Britain's Ben Swift leads the peloton over the Kortekeer climb. Lately its all come down to the final ascent of the Oude Kwaremont-Paterberg combo, with special attention often given to the rolling road in between as riders try and surprise their rivals while they recover from the Kwaremont and prepare for the Paterberg. With about 90km to go, the peloton is in turmoil. KOM: A Guide to Wout Van Aert's 400-Mile Bikepacking Trip. "I lost my SRM head unit and so was really on my radio with sports director Fabio Baldato. Pogacar and UAE did not respond. Not much later a group separates with among others Stybar (Quick-Step Alpha Vinyl), Pedersen (Trek-Segafredo), Bettiol (EF Education-Easypost), Ben Turner (INEOS Grenadiers) and Vermeersch (Alpecin Fenix). The main victims this time were Girmay and De Gendt (Intermarch - Circus - Wanty) and Mohoric (Bahrain Victorious). Van der Poel: It was a bit of a shock to see Tour of Flanders final play out like that (opens in new tab). Well, after messing up last year, hes back and committed to winning it. Stan Dewulf, Sbastien Grignard, Manuele Boaro, Max Kanter, Tom Bohli, Mathijs Paasschens, Lindsay De Vylder, Luca Mozzato and Taco van der Hoorn all seem to be in the attack. To get your copy, just click on the Amazon link on the right. It was Van der Poel's team that had to correct the lopsided situation. Tour of Flanders live stream 2022 Date: Sunday, April 3 Men's race start time: 10am CET / 9am BST / 4am ET / 1am PT / 6pm AEST Women's race start time: 1.25pm CET / 12.25pm BST / 7.25am ET /. Bahrain is also giving a hand. From the 1970s to 2012, the key feature of the race was the steep, moss-covered pitches of the Muur van Geraardsbergen, or Kapelmuur (after the small chapel at its summit) and the Bosberg shortly after. Here's the moment van der Poel starts to celebrate. In between Danish champion Kasper Asgreen (Soudal-QuickStep) took the win, out-sprinting Van der Poel in a thrilling final to win the 2021 race. Wow. He got boxed in during the sprint and could only finish 4th. Ride the Tour of Flanders The Jewel in the crown of the Flemish cycling year, the Tour of Flanders Sportive takes place on Saturday 30 March in the heartland of cycling! The peloton is spread across the road as they near the cobbles. He would later abandon. Pidcock and van der Poel are distanced but are trying to react. This was Pogacar' last surge on the Oude Kwaremont and Paterberg. A huge crowd gathers for the podium ceremony. About Us @sporzapic.twitter.com/Ols2buvjIjApril 3, 2022. To get your copy, just click on the Amazon link on the right. Next up are the Kortekeer, Achterberg, Wolvenberg and the Molenberg. The Stefan Kung song was sung as the peloton passed. The races passes through Hamme, near Greg Van Avermaet's hometown of Lokeren. The race has also passed the Stefan Kung fan club bar. KOM: A Guide to 'We want to set an example' says UCI official, By This time only Van Aert and Van der Poel stuck in his wheel. For now Pogacar and van der Poel are swapping turns as they ride to the finish in Oudenaarde. Next up is the 2.5km long Kruisberg/Hotond. We can see Mathieu van der Poel riding back into the peloton with several teammates. Stop by our merchandise booth at the Qubus in Oudenaarde and discover our collection in collaboration with Sportful or the head & neck wear collection by Buff. Year-to-Date Results It was great to see the huge crowds back out on the course today. The Slovenian put in his first attack on the Oude Kwaremont with 55km to go, and after being caught, he lit it up on the Koppenberg where only Wout van Aert (Jumbo-Visma) and Mathieu van der Poel (Alpecin-Fenix) could follow. 2024 . Van der Poel hugged his partner beyond the finish, happy but in shock to have won after defeat in 2021. However Chris Froome is still not a fan of the technology. Should Men and Women Race at the Same Time? pic.twitter.com/bgk15sGOP7April 3, 2022. Mathieu van der Poel (Alpecin-Deceuninck). Complete results of every Tour of Flanders | 2022 edition | Map & profile | Photos | Start list | Video of Tour of Flanders: The Inside Story. Watch Flanders live & on demand here: https://flosports.link/3wqt7DGThe Tour of Flanders is streaming live and on demand on FloBikes.Website: https://www.flo. @TamauPogi is on the move. 2022. Stefan Kung brought home the other chasers to take fifth at just 2 seconds. The crowds are back at the Tour of Flanders after a two-year absence due to COVID-19. #RVV22 pic.twitter.com/nE9vSUbXkhApril 3, 2022. Hello and welcome to the Cyclingnews live coverage of the 2022 Tour of Flanders. We have a new front group of 12 riders or so. Flanders-based former director and friend watched Sundays race from roadside, News Photos All pictures Course Discover the course Aftermovie We Ride Flanders 2022 Shop The famous Oude Kwaremont-Paterberg duo will once again serve as the major obstacle in the finale. Who will chase this group? The Asgreen group is only 20 seconds behind now. "He came next to me and so I tried to accelerate but there wasnt enough in my legs to drop him. Is This the Formula to Grow Womens Racing? "Kasseien maken de koers, dan word je toch even wat meer opgewonden" #RVV22 pic.twitter.com/ITD1VSb5UcApril 3, 2022. Once caught, van den Broek-Blaak rode for her teammate, leading out the sprint for the Belgian champion. Youll find our We Ride Flanders cycling jersey, bib shorts, gloves, socks and so much more. Eventual winner Tadej Pogacar on the Oude Kwaremont. The atmosphere gives you goosebumps. @RondeVlaanderen pic.twitter.com/tky571eeL1April 3, 2022. Even through packed towns and villages, the riders dive through corners. Well focus more on Victor Campenaerts and Tim Wellens. The gap is at 35 seconds. The leading group cycled together a maximum lead of 6'28". published 6 April 23, News We all want to push the extra mile for each other, so thats really nice to see. Tour of Flanders. Team DSM are also upping the pace. Behind the peloton eased but then a UNo-X rider surged away to spark the chase. Due to the high speed other riders are being spat out of the back. TOUR OF FLANDERS 2022 RESULTS Ronde van Vlaanderen 2022 - Mathieu Van Der Poel (NED - Alpecin - Fenix) - Dylan Van Baarle (NED - INEOS Grenadiers) - Valentin Madouas (FRA - Groupama - FDJ) - Tadej Pogacar (SLO - UAE Team Emirates) You can search for your photos after the race here, it jaar krijgen een aantal duos de kans om lid te worden van. The course then zig-zags its way southeast toward the hills of the Flemish Ardennes, a region packed with short, steep (often cobbled) climbs which the locals call bergs. "Its a real shame not having Wout van Aert here, he was in great shape," he said. Antwerp will host the. The cobbles sand climbs are getting nearer and nearer. "The Kwaremont and Paterberg I was just trying to hold the wheel of Tadej. From the top of the final ascent of the Paterberg its only 13K to the finish line in Oudenaarde, a distance that several riders have covered alone in recent years. Analysis About Us At the last time on the Oude Kwaremont, Pogacar sets the pace again. The men's race covers a 275.5km route, with 18, often cobbled, climbs . MvdP takes a turn as he and Pogacar enjoy a tailwind to the final climb of the day, the Paterberg. published 19 April 23, News @DylanvanBaarle and @MadouasValentin join him on the podium. He wants to distance some of the riders in his five-rider group. TIMING: From 7 a.m. until 7 p.m. The podium, from left: Mathieu van der Poel (2nd), Tadej Pogacar (1st) & Mads Pedersen (3rd). ", Pogacar revealed he raced without power data but shrugged off that it was a problem. To get your copy, just click on the Amazon link on the right. Third through eighth place. Yet van der Poel still had the speed to win the sprint. Racing her final season as a professional, van Vleuten has had a relatively quiet spring thus far: she hasnt competed since Strade Bianche (in early March) and shockingly hasnt won a race yet this year. Crash! I hope to know them by heart in a few years. Among others, Sagan (TotalEnergies), Matthews (Team Jaeco-Alula), Stuyven (Trek-Segafredo) and also Wellens (UAE Team Emirates) were involved in that crash. Pidcock leads the group but now Tratnik and van der Poel are up front. It is now 3:10. This is one of the last quiet moments of the race and so riders are taking off more clothing and tasking natural breaks. The race: Two riders did not start: Wesley Kreder (Cofidis) & Soren Kragh Andersen (Team DSM). 273.4 kilometers raced at an average speed of 44.083 km/hr. Data powered by FirstCycling (opens in new tab), By The last two years without crowds was a bit sad, but I think this year is going to be legendary," he said. Campenaerts and Matej Mohoric are both amongst the team cars, perhaps to take off some clothing. The race has been controlled so far but it's about light-up. As soon as the cobbles start, Pogacar ups the pace. Ill have a free roll. The Jumbo-lead chase is 40 seconds behind, with the QuickStep group at 1:00. it's time for the Taaienberg climb, number 15 of 18 today. The race is essentially over for anyone who doesnt make it over the top in the top-25. There was a problem. Kenneth Van Rooy (Sport Vlaanderen - Baloise) goes into the muddy ditch. Behind Tom Pidcock and Christophe Laporte lead the chase behind. This was Ed Theuns's view from the sign-on stage. Benoot, Kng and Teuns are chasing at 50 seconds but have little chance of catching the five-up front. This time it was Van der Poel who started shaking the tree. Stunning photography from a Tour of Flanders edition for the ages. The mens race should finish around 10:45 a.m. EDT, at which point the women (depending on their average speed) should be nearing or just over the Koppenberg. The Ronde is an interval race. Shes only the second Belgian to win the womens Ronde. Matteo Trentin leads an attacking group on the Oude Kwaremont climb. Mathieu van der Poel is seemingly back to his best, while Tadej Pogacar bids to. Brugge - Oudenaarde: 273.4 km, 19 hills and 6 cobbled sectors. This is the general page of the Tour of Flanders 2022, here you can see a summary of the race (the winners of one of each rankings, the leaders, jerseys or who won the points classification, when it starts, who is the leader, where to follow live, etc. 'On Monday he rode on the rollers for 15 minutes for the first time to start up his step by step comeback to sports' says Intermarch-Circus-Wanty head doctor, By
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