Mathieu van der Poel clinched victory in the final two races of the cyclo-cross World Cup, solidifying his status as a top contender for the upcoming world championships.
Mathieu van der Poel continued his dominant run in the cyclo-cross World Cup , securing victory in both the Maasmechelen and Hoogerheide races this past weekend. This marks his seventh consecutive win in the season, cementing his position as a formidable force in the sport. The Dutch rider, racing on a circuit designed by his father, Adrie, in Hoogerheide, showcased his resilience after a rib injury sustained in a crash last month.
Van der Poel took an early lead in Sunday's race and managed to maintain it throughout the seven laps, crossing the finish line with a commanding 1 minute and 42 seconds advantage over Belgian rider Michael Vanthourenhout. Vanthourenhout, despite the loss, secured the overall World Cup classification for the season. Van Aert, another strong contender, did not participate in Sunday's race after his victory in Maasmechelen on Saturday. This impressive performance sets van der Poel up perfectly for the upcoming cyclo-cross world championships in Lievin, France, from January 31st to February 2nd. The reigning world champion will be looking to add to his impressive tally of six world titles, potentially equaling the record of seven held by Belgian legend Eric De Vlaeminck.
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