Celebrating the amazing Belgian breed through flanderswhere Mathieu Van der Poel will not defend the crown achieved in 2022, with a route similar to the previous course. The race will be held in one stage, as prelude to one of the great classics this month of March, the Tour of Flanders.
It was originally called Through Belgium, but a few years ago it changed its name to the Belgian town. This race has been held since 1945 without interruption, except for the 1971 edition.
Since the creation of the UCI Continental Circuits in 2005 It is part of the UCI Europe Tour, first within the 1.1 category and then, from 2013 to 2016, within the highest category of these circuits. In 2017 he was promoted to the category and became part of UCI World Tourso it is one of the designated dates of the cycling calendar.
In this edition, a route very similar to that of 2022 is expected. Cyclists in the men’s category will start again in Roeselareto later pass by the cemetery of the former world champion who died in an accident Jempi MonsereGoing to Waregembefore starting the final on the flamenco slopes.
In the hill area, the Volkeberg, the runners will have the first challenge of the race. This will be the first slope in 2023, which is new compared to previous editions. Hotond and Knokteberg Yes, on the contrary, they will have the same role as in previous editions.
The local circuit of Waregem is part of the course for men and women, just like last year. However, there is another nuance, and that is that this year the local laps will take place in the opposite direction. A few kilometers before, both squads will face the cobblestones of Huisepontweg. The end is the usual, in Connectionsweg.
In this edition of Through Flanders 2023the most famous runners are Julian Alaphilippe and Tim Merlier at Quick Step, Jasper Philipsen, Mads Pedersen, Arnau Delier, Alexander Kristoff, Tomas Pidcock, and Fernando Gaviria. An interesting race is expected which will serve as a prelude to the Tour of Flanders.
When will Via Flanders 2023 take place?
The race was held This Wednesday, March 29, starting at 12:20 pm
Where can Through Flanders 2023 be seen?
Race can be seen of Eurosportthat channel too available on DAZN. You will be able to see the Through Flanders 2023 from 14.10 on Eurosport and for the application. You can follow all the information about the race on the Mundo Deportivo website.
Source: La Verdad
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