Wout van Aert is set to begin his road season at the Clásica Jaén, a race noted for its challenging gravel sectors and a steep finish. The event, inspired by Strade Bianche, has drawn top WorldTour teams and riders, including last year's winner, Tadej Pogačar. Reflecting on his previous experience, Van Aert believes these races are crucial for his preparation for the spring classics, having achieved good results previously. He looks forward to racing alongside Jonas Vingegaard in the Volta ao Algarve, where expectations for overall success are high.
Wout van Aert expressed excitement about the Clásica Jaén and Volta ao Algarve, emphasizing their variety and importance for preparing for the spring classics.
Reflecting on last year's experience, Van Aert noted the Clásica Jaén served as excellent preparation for the Flemish opening weekend, where he had strong results.
Despite a tough finish in last year’s Clásica Jaén, Van Aert found success in the Volta ao Algarve, winning a stage and finishing seventh overall.
Van Aert is eager to race with Jonas Vingegaard in the Volta ao Algarve, seeing both races as pivotal for stepping up his readiness for future classics.
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