Classic Brugge-De Panne
The Classic Brugge–De Panne is a prominent road cycling event in Belgium, held annually in late March. Since 2018, the event has expanded to include two separate races: a men's race on Wednesday followed by a women's race on Thursday, both commencing in Bruges and concluding in De Panne. The women's race is a significant part of the UCI Women's World Tour, while the men's event, initially a 1.HC race on the UCI Europe Tour, was elevated to the UCI World Tour in 2019 as a 1.WT event.
Historically, this event evolved from the Three Days of De Panne, which started in 1977 and served as a crucial preparatory race for the Tour of Flanders. The original format included a mix of hilly stages, flat coastal stretches, and an individual time trial, showcasing a blend of challenging terrains. Eric Vanderaerden’s notable success, winning the event five times, highlighted its significance in the cycling calendar.
Transitioning in 2018, the event adapted to a new format, becoming the Classic Brugge–De Panne and shifting its schedule to follow Milan–San Remo. The restructured men’s one-day race and the introduction of a women’s event the next day reflect a modernized approach, focusing on routes within West Flanders and featuring the iconic Kemmelberg and cobbled sectors, maintaining its esteemed legacy in the cycling world.
Eric Vanderaerden of Belgium holds the record for the most victories. Vanderaerden, renowned for his sprinting and time-trialling prowess, triumphed five times, with wins in 1986, 1987, 1988, 1989, and 1993, showcasing his consistent excellence and versatility. Other notable multiple winners include Michele Bartoli of Italy, Viatcheslav Ekimov of Russia, Belgium's Peter Van Petegem, and Sylvain Chavanel from France, each securing two victories in different editions.
On Wednesday 20 March and Thursday 21 March 2024, the start of the Classic Brugge - De Panne will take place on Bruges' Market Square.
Recent winners of the Classic Brugge-De Panne
2023 Jasper Philipsen
2022 Tim Merlier
2021 Sam Bennett
2020 Yves Lampaert
2019 Dylan Groenewegen
2018 Elia Viviani
2017 Philippe Gilbert
2016 Lieuwe Westra
2015 Alexander Kristoff
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- Well explained, thanks for the clarity! Daniel DantasDanieldantas20-12-2024
- This is the kind of 'news' that belongs in a cheap tabloid. No matter how boring the offseason gets, nobody wants to read this.
santiagobenites19-12-2024 - I wish we could have seen him try. He'd absolutely get dropped before Pogi overtakes his domestiquesVeganpotter10-12-2024
- Talk is cheap! Next year barring crashes with a healthy team... all well be on track! Some need to talk to make a headline!mootman27-11-2024
- I do not see this event listed on HBO Max Sports Online? Can anyone confirm? Thanks!
MrYuck23-11-2024 - It seemed that he was focusing forward at the time of the crash, after seeing a quick video snippet. But one thing I think he should focus on more intently is breaking a bad habit he has, right now. And that is his constant looking over his shoulders. He does that so much, that I am very sure it is not good for him. Simply watch videos of the greats of CX and you will see very little of that constant looking over their shoulders. That is a behavior that betrays a bit of insecurity on his part. He shouldn't be so concerned, incessantly, about what is over his shoulder. He needn't worry they didn't all disappear. He neds to keep his focus more ahead of himself, and he needs to pay a bit more attention to himself, in a confident manner. It is very frustrating to watch, because it is apparent that he has a lot of potential, and is in much better shape thwan many of his competitors, but the mental game needs to be sharpened more, because that part of strategy plays a huge part in the final results
reemmo022-11-2024 - hahahaha love this shit! I didnt even watched the race, but reading all the gossip articles of how stupid this is!Zatoichi19-11-2024
- Van Aert is really handsome. He can influence me all day! Ditto for Philipsen. Why do you think many of us love cycling?: to see heroic attempts at climbing mountains at high altitudes or to watch speedsters sprint for the finish line or to watch a human being ride at break neck speed down a tricky descent? No, it's all about their lean physiques and muscular legs. (apologies for objectifying these dedicated and amazing athletes).BarwonHeadsUp25-10-2024
- It is unfortunate that the author can't feel the joy that Pogacar brings to the sport and his fans who are legion and I for one feel lucky to have watched such a memorable performance and historic season From the Strada until yesterday with multiple wins in stages in both tours and beyond dominance in the World's. He is proud to wear the Rainbow stripes, shows his leadership to protect his fellows and is as courteous and sportsman-like as the sport allows. He goes early to not have to respond to each attack as all the rest would make him do it. Any racer who could would do the same. Don't "grow tired" of greatness as it is always fleeting.ccrider13-10-2024
- What load of rubbish. Pog is likely a once in a generation cyclist, the like of which hasn't been seen since 'the Cannibal '. How many people were complaining that Merckx was making racing predictable? I remember this year's World RR as one of the most exciting I've watched. Mainly BECAUSE Pog was the favourite and launched what everyone thought (Pog included) was a suicidal attack with 80km to go. For the next 2 hours, I was on the edge of my seat thinking "this is too much, even for Pog". Maybe Zonnefeld prefers the snooze-fest that is a bunch sprint? Like most people I know, I can't watch two hours of the bunch riding very fast... I wait for the final 5km and watch just the sprint. In any event, most races are won from a sprint or lone break. What difference does it make who makes the lone break? Ultimately, the other contenders will have to figure out a way to beat Pog. Even if that means collaboration between teams. It's going to be an exciting few seasons, until the next Pog arrives on the scene. If this is boring, heaven knows what exciting looks like!Michael513-10-2024