Am I the only one surprised at how WvA has found his cx legs for the first time in 3/4 years?!
Last year he came in half way through the season, still recovering from a horrific crash, and managed to hang with the top 5 in the world. He's still second to MvdP on most courses this season, but I think Ostend closes the gap a bit. He seems much more content to fill the underdog position this year.
Given the sand, I'd be surprised if we see any British riders on the podium, best chance would be Thomas Mein in the men's U23.
Agreed. And the year before he had just started juggling his dual ambitions in earnest. But even before that in '17/18, Wout rarely seemed able to match Mathieu except on the running courses. His extra power this year is incredible.
Last year he came in half way through the season, still recovering from a horrific crash, and managed to hang with the top 5 in the world. He's still second to MvdP on most courses this season, but I think Ostend closes the gap a bit. He seems much more content to fill the underdog position this year.
Given the sand, I'd be surprised if we see any British riders on the podium, best chance would be Thomas Mein in the men's U23.