In the 77th Kuurne-Brussel-Kuurne, Jasper Philipsen of Alpecin-Deceuninck triumphed in a thrilling bunch sprint, celebrating his 27th birthday. The race, covering 196.9km, featured a challenging course with seven cobbled sectors and 20 hills. After a slow start, a significant breakaway formed but was eventually reeled in by the sprinters' teams, particularly Alpecin-Deceuninck, who executed a perfect leadout for Philipsen. Despite various attacks throughout the race, the finishing sprint determined the winner, showcasing the tactical nature of cycling in the Flanders region.
Jasper Philipsen storms to victory in Kuurne-Brussel-Kuurne after a thrilling race full of attacks through the cobbles and hills of Flanders.
The race featured a challenging 196.9km route with seven cobbled sectors, showcasing both solo and bunch sprint strategies.
After multiple attacks, a breakaway group established a significant gap before sprinters' teams regained control for the final sprint showdown.
Philipsen's team executed a perfect leadout, allowing him to clinch victory on his 27th birthday, demonstrating elite sprinting prowess.
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