Harelbeke, Belgium – Wout van Aert of Visma-Lease a Bike will not compete in Friday’s E3 Saxo Classic, the team confirmed Wednesday. The decision, made with an eye toward peak form for the upcoming Tour of Flanders and Paris-Roubaix, underscores the strategic importance of the spring classics season for the Belgian star. A question mark … Read more
Milan-San Remo delivered a stirring, if ultimately bittersweet, day for Wout van Aert. The Belgian sprinter secured a third-place finish in the prestigious one-day classic on March 21, 2026, a result that signaled continued form as the season progresses. While not the victory he sought, it was a performance that offered a boost of confidence … Read more
Milan, Italy – Tadej Pogacar claimed victory in the 117th edition of Milan-San Remo on Saturday, March 21, 2026, after a grueling race that saw him overcome a mid-race crash and ultimately outduel a determined Tom Pidcock in a sprint finish. The race, a classic one-day cycling event, unfolded with dramatic twists and turns, most … Read more
Milan-San Remo delivered a stunning performance from Wout van Aert, securing third place after a remarkable recovery from a crash. Fellow Belgian rider Oliver Naesen was among those left astonished by Van Aert’s tenacity and late surge, calling it “hallucinant” – Dutch for hallucinatory, or unbelievable. Van Aert’s Incredible Comeback The drama unfolded on Saturday … Read more
Harelbeke, Belgium – The E3 Saxo Classic, a crucial precursor to the cobbled classics, is set to proceed this Friday without the presence of Wout van Aert. The Visma | Lease a Bike team has confirmed that the Belgian star will skip the race to prioritize his preparation for the Tour of Flanders and Paris-Roubaix. … Read more
Wout van Aert Silences Critics with Milan-San Remo Podium Finish Milan, Italy – Wout van Aert of Visma-Lease a Bike delivered a compelling performance at Milan-San Remo on Saturday, securing a third-place finish and responding to recent criticism questioning his competitive edge. The result marks van Aert’s fourth career podium at the prestigious one-day classic, … Read more
Pavia, Italy – Tadej Pogačar of UAE Team ADQ claimed victory in the 2026 Milano-Sanremo on Saturday, but the race was marred by early course errors and a series of crashes that impacted several key contenders. The 114th edition of the “Primavera” saw a bizarre start as a group of riders mistakenly went the wrong … Read more
Nokere Koerse, Belgium – Jasper Philipsen of Alpecin-Premier Tech secured his first victory of the 2026 season on Wednesday, overcoming a chaotic race that included a shoe change and a challenging return to the peloton. But even as he celebrated the win, the Belgian sprinter was already looking ahead to Saturday’s Milan-San Remo, and offering … Read more
Milan-San Remo looms large on the calendar for Wout van Aert, but a recent decision to return to Belgium between races has sparked debate about potential health risks as the Classics season gets underway. The Visma | Lease a Bike rider is balancing the demands of peak performance with the very real threat of illness … Read more
The rivalry between Mathieu van der Poel and Wout van Aert continued to captivate cycling fans at the recent Tirreno-Adriatico, a seven-day stage race in Italy. While Van der Poel secured two stage victories, Van Aert demonstrated impressive strength and tactical awareness, earning the respect of his longtime competitor. The dynamic between the two stars, … Read more