Lucinda Brand crowned her exceptional winter in Hulst with the world title, but the conversation afterwards was surprisingly often not about victories, records or rainbow jerseys. About mental health, balance and Fem van Empel’s choice to take a step back. Brand did not doubt her message for a second: happiness is above all. READ ALSO: … Read more
Ceylin del Carmen Alvarado failed to become cyclo-cross world champion for the second time on Saturday in Hulst. The Dutchwoman was able to follow the eventual winner Lucinda Brand for a long time, but in the final laps the latter proved to be just that little bit stronger. That obviously caused Alvarado disappointment afterwards. “There … Read more
We are preparing for the absolute highlight of the cross season: the World Championships in Hulst. Lucinda Brand dominated almost the entire season among the women, but just before the World Cup there are suddenly doubts. Her team boss Sven Nys makes a few things clear. READ ALSO: Unrest around Lucinda Brand towards the World … Read more
Lucinda Brand has put a remarkable end to her impressive series in Maasmechelen. For the first time in 63 (!) races, the Dutch woman was not on the podium. Brand eventually crossed the line in tenth, but there was no panic afterwards. The cross in Belgian Limburg did not start dramatically for Brand. She started … Read more
For the fourth year, the circus that can be called the Cyclo-Cross World Cup will descend on Benidorm. On the Costa Blanca they are very happy with the already semi-traditional arrival of the best crossers in the world, who also bring with them a lot of fans from the Low Countries. In the Leader’s jersey … Read more
Mathieu van der Poel has also won his seventh cyclocross of this season. Despite a small crash on the fourth lap, he was supreme in Baal and defeated Emiel Verstrynge by 37 seconds. Among the women, Lucinda Brand won her thirteenth cross in a row. The 36-year-old rider broke away early in Belgium and eventually … Read more
At first glance, cyclo-cross seems alive and kicking. Crosses such as Hofstade and Gavere have attracted approximately 17,000 and more than 10,000 spectators respectively in recent weeks. Good figures, which suggest that the sport is in good shape. Yet, according to Philip Roodhooft, there is a different reality behind those full meadows. READ ALSO: Once … Read more
Lucinda Brand was again untouchable in Sardinia. Her fifth victory in a row, her 51st consecutive podium finish – figures that underline how impressive her season is going. But once she crossed the finish line, it wasn’t the joy that took over. Fire broke out, visible and audible. The tears were not because of the … Read more
Roodhooft Brothers’ Grip on Cyclocross: Is Team Play Undermining Fair Competition? The recent national championship has ignited a firestorm of debate, with top rider Lucinda Brand voicing serious concerns about the growing influence of the roodhooft brothers and their multi-team empire in the world of cyclo-cross. Fans are echoing her sentiments, suggesting a potential shift … Read more
Cyclo-Cross Power Play: Lucinda Brand Sounds the Alarm on the Roodhooft Empire The world of cyclo-cross is buzzing, and for good reason. As the season heats up, a dominant force is emerging, and top riders like lucinda Brand are taking notice. The power of the Roodhoofts is great, Brand stated, her words carrying the weight … Read more