Wout van Aert claims victory at Dendermonde World Cup in tough conditions

Wout van Aert won the Dendermonde World Cup, dominating the race despite heavy mud. This victory marks his third win at this event and his second of the season. Emiel Verstrynge finished second, while Joran Wyseure took third. Michael Vanthourenhout, the series leader, finished fifth after being overtaken by Toon Aerts, who placed fourth. Aerts had led early in the race but could not catch Van Aert, who built a significant lead. The challenging conditions affected many riders, with several struggling to maintain their positions. Van Aert's strong performance solidified his dominance in the race, leaving competitors far behind.