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Demi Vollering dominates the 2026 Tour of Flanders Women, clinching victory on the Oude Kwaremont. Pauline Ferrand-Prévot takes second for the second consecutive year, despite a strong effort from her Visma-Lease a Bike team. They faced crashes but kept their protected riders in contention. Lieke Nooijen finishes 11th, showing promise for future races.
UAE Team ADQ also puts in a solid performance, with Karlijn Swinkels securing sixth place. The team struggles with injuries, losing Brodie Chapman early and Megan Jastrab right before the Koppenberg. Their recent challenges are mounting.
FDJ United-SUEZ excels in their support of Vollering, executing a flawless strategy. Koch and Chabbey guide her up the climbs, while Gery maintains pace in between. Vollering's victory stems from perfect planning and teamwork.
An emotional Vollering reflects on her win, stating, "It was super hard... I tried to stay super focused." She finishes with a 50-second lead, while Longo Borghini's group trails 19 seconds behind.
Vollering's performance solidifies her dominance, showcasing strength and resilience as she rides to victory.
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