Lotte Kopecky wins Simac Ladies Tour: “It is nice to be able to end the road season like this”
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Lotte Kopecky, the two-time World Champion, capped off her incredible 2024 season with a thrilling victory at the Simac Ladies Tour. The 28-year-old Belgian, riding for Team SD Worx-Protime, had to dig deep to beat Silke Smulders in the final meters of the race, with the help of a superb lead-out from Lorena Wiebes.
Reflecting on the tight finish, Kopecky said to In De Leiderstrui: “I think I'll win this round in the last centimetre. The plan was to sprint and take the bonuses, but that was very close. Silke was very strong. The entire team had to ride themselves to the bone to close the gap.”
Kopecky's victory came just one day after a crash on Saturday left her with a cut on her shoulder, leading some to question whether she would be able to start the final stage on Sunday. However, she surprised everyone by lining up and delivering a winning performance.
“This morning, I rode a bit loose and that felt okay. There was no reason not to start today,” Kopecky explained. “This final victory is a nice addition to the list of a fantastic season. It is nice to be able to end the road season like this.”
Kopecky’s triumph at the Simac Ladies Tour adds yet another achievement to her already stellar 2024 campaign, underscoring her strength and resilience as she closes out the season on a high note.
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