PREVIEW | Circuit Franco Belge 2024 - Marc Hirschi the main favourite in hilly classic

On May 29th, Belgium hosts another thrilling race in late spring, the Circuit Franco Belge. Known for favoring classics specialists, this race promises excitement right up to the finish line. Let's examine its profile.

The 191.5-kilometer long race is one that suits the classics specialists and puncheurs. A race with plenty climbs, but they are all small. After a rough start, the riders head into a five-lap circuit that features three climbs.

1.7 kilometers long at 3.7%, 1Km at 7.9% and then finally, in Mont de l'Eclus, the riders reach the finish line at the top of a small ascent which is 800 meters long at around 8%.

*** Axel Zingle, Marc Hirschi
** Joseph Blackmore, Corbin Strong, Kaden Groves
* Jenno Berckmoes, Filippo Baroncini, William Lecerf Junior, Lorenzo Rota, Vincenzo Albanese, Lars Boven, Riley Sheehan, Rasmus Tiller, Mathieu Burgaudeau

Pick: Axel Zingle