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Wout van Aert, the Classics powerhouse, gears up for In Flanders Fields with a fighting spirit. After missing the E3 Saxo Classic, he aims for a repeat victory in a race he conquered in 2021. Van Aert finished second in 2023, allowing teammate Christophe Laporte to take the win during a decisive break. Speaking at the race's start, he emphasizes the unpredictable nature of Wevelgem, noting a breakaway might secure victory or a sprint finish could unfold. Despite Mathieu van der Poel's narrow win on Friday, Van Aert expresses no regrets about skipping the race, focusing instead on his strong third place at Milan-San Remo. He outlines a two-pronged strategy for Gent-Wevelgem, alongside speedster Matthew Brennan, who recently triumphed at Kuurne-Brussels-Kuurne. "A lot can happen between the start and finish," Van Aert warns, citing the race's volatility.
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