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Wout van Aert faces mounting pressure after two recent near-misses in critical races. At Dwars door Vlaanderen, he launched a solo attack, but despite his prowess, he fell short. Filippo Ganna (Ineos Grenadiers) snatched victory at the line, leaving Van Aert visibly frustrated.
This defeat echoes his earlier performance at In Flanders Fields. He and Mathieu van der Poel (Alpecin-Premier Tech) made a strong bid for victory, only to be reeled back in by a tactical error from Van der Poel. Last year's disaster, where he lost a three-on-one situation to Neilson Powless (EF Education-EasyPost), looms large in memory.
As he approaches the Tour of Flanders, questions arise about his readiness. Two aggressive attacks signal strong form, yet a lack of wins this season weighs heavily. Van Aert expressed disappointment, stating he "tried everything."
The pressure mounts as the cycling world turns its gaze to the Tour of Flanders. Can Van Aert finally convert his efforts into a victory? Time will tell.
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