Cyclists' safety at railway crossings during cycling races like the Tour of Flanders and Paris-Roubaix sparks debate

Cyclists in the Tour of Flanders rode through a red light as a train approached, raising concerns for Paris-Roubaix. The incident in Flanders, where a third of the peloton ignored a warning, has reignited debate about safety at railway crossings on race routes. Paris-Roubaix features eight crossings. While race organizers coordinate with railway companies, officials emphasize riders' primary responsibility to obey signals, though rider unions argue for shared accountability.