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07/02/25

Flanders Classics and the UCI have announced the calendar of the 2025-2026 UCI Cyclo-cross World Cup. The most important regularity criterium will once again feature 12 rounds in six countries the coming season.

26/01/25

Just as in Maasmechelen, Van der Poel was also the best in Hoogerheide. For the second day in a row, the world champion rode solo to victory. Michael Vanthourenhout finished second and secured his overall victory in the World Cup. Lars van der Haar took third spot on the podium.

26/01/25

Lucinda Brand had already secured the overall victory in the classification after the penultimate World Cup round in Maasmechelen. By winning in Hoogerheide, she gave her overall victory yet more lustre. She finished ahead of Vas and Pieterse.

25/01/25

Mathieu van der Poel has claimed another World Cup victory, this time in Maasmechelen. The world champion capitalised on Wout van Aert’s fall in the second lap, upped the pace and, by the end of the race, saw his lead grow to over a minute.

25/01/25

Kata Blanka Vas claimed victory in the UCI World Cup round in Maasmechelen. On a very tough course, she engaged in a hard-fought battle with Zoe Backstedt and Lucinda Brand.

20/01/25

On Saturday, January 25, Maasmechelen will set the stage for the final showdown between Mathieu van der Poel and Wout van Aert. Naturally, this will attract a large audience. No youth races will take place, meaning many people will arrive at the same time. Head to Maasmechelen on time and buy your ticket online in advance to avoid long queues at the ticket counter. Find out below what you need to know to reach the course on time!

20/01/25

On Saturday, January 25, the riders will start the first round of the final weekend of the UCI Cyclo-cross World Cup. With a battle between Mathieu van der Poel and Wout van Aert and a penultimate fight for the overall standings, there will be plenty of excitement around the mine shafts in Maasmechelen. Add to that a great atmosphere and cosiness with four fan zones around the course, and you have the perfect formula for a fantastic cross afternoon.