Mathieu van der Poel (Netherlands) said that he was taking ‘no chances’ and had prepared for ‘every scenario’ on his way to winning a record-breaking eighth elite men’s title at the Cyclo-cross World Championships.
The 31-year-old was the firm favourite to win the title, gaining one more than previous record holder, Belgian legend Erik De Vlaeminck.
“I was prepared for any scenario. I made a decision before the race [not to jump the planks – Ed.],” said Van der Poel afterwards.
He’s now equal in the history books with six other riders on three Tour of Flanders wins. He has also won three versions of Paris-Roubaix – one fewer than Tom Boonen and Roger De Vlaeminck.
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