Right on Schedule: Van Aert Hitting Form Just in Time for Northern Classics
Third in San Remo and on the attack in Gent-Wevelgem, Wout Van Aert is on track for Flanders and Roubaix.
Shane Stokes has written about pro cycling for over 25 years, covering grand tours, world championships, Classics and other major events during that time. He’s been the Irish Times cycling correspondent for over two decades, appeared regularly on that country’s national broadcaster RTE in analyzing the sport, and contributed to Velo and many of the sport’s international outlets.
When not writing about cycling he’s happiest in nature on a sunny day, particularly with a dog or two in tow.
Third in San Remo and on the attack in Gent-Wevelgem, Wout Van Aert is on track for Flanders and Roubaix.
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