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Lotte Kopecky (SD Worx-Protime) clinches her first win of 2026 and her third career victory at Nokere Koerse Women. She expertly navigates the final uphill sprint, launching herself in the last 150 meters to secure the win. Charlotte Kool (Fenix-Premier Tech) finishes strong but falls short, taking second place, while Lara Gillespie (UAE Team ADQ) rounds out the podium in third. The race concludes with a thrilling finish after an aggressive finale, with multiple attacks leading to a tightly packed group entering the final stretch on Waregemstraat. Ilse Pluimers (AG Insurance-Soudal) attempts a solo break but is caught 1.5 kilometers from the line. Kopecky expresses relief at finally claiming her first victory this season, eyeing upcoming races like Milan-San Remo with renewed confidence.
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