Overview

• Mathieu van der Poel is aiming for a record-breaking fourth victory at the Tour des Flandres, a feat never achieved in the race's history.
• Tadej Pogacar, the 2023 champion, seeks to add another classic win to his resume, continuing his dominance across diverse cycling disciplines.
• Van der Poel recovered from a fall 126 km from the finish and successfully rejoined the peloton, where Pogacar is strategically positioned.
• The 269-km course, known for its cobbled sectors and steep climbs, is expected to test riders' endurance and tactics in the final stages.
• This race is the latest chapter in the fierce rivalry between Van der Poel and Pogacar, following their recent showdown at Milan-San Remo, where Van der Poel triumphed in a legendary sprint.