The World Cup Dendermonde was a spectacular day for Crelan –
Corendon, with Emiel Verstrynge taking second place and Joran Wyseure claiming
third. Despite the mud and challenging conditions, the team delivered an
impressive performance behind race winner Wout van Aert.
Speaking to Sporza after the race, Wyseure shared his
excitement. “I enjoyed myself immensely. In the beginning, my legs felt heavy,
but around halfway through the cross I was able to find my rhythm. And I also
had a good pace in the running sections.”
Wyseure, who raced with determination throughout, reflected
on his strategy and satisfaction with the result. “I immediately tried to go up
against Toon and create a gap. I am really happy that I was able to achieve
third place here. It was really a race for which I started racing when I was
eight years old. I would like to see more of them.”
He described the race as a true test of endurance and skill.
“You could call it epic,” he said. “You hardly recognise us anymore. You have
to keep going for an hour. Eventually, the mud started to get so deep that you
sometimes make a slip or slide. It is a real spectacle. I love doing it.”
Looking ahead, Wyseure is setting his sights on the Belgian
championships which take place next weekend. “I have found the right feeling and have come out
of the Christmas period well. But this cross cannot be compared to what we are
going to experience next week.”
Anticipating the different dynamics of the Zolder course, he
added, “I think it will be a fast race in Zolder, where a bit more tactical
riding will be required. But I'm looking forward to it. I have a good feeling
and we also have a good team.”
Fin MajorCycling Journalist
Fin Major is a UK-based writer at CyclingUpToDate and has been part of the team since 2024. He is the site’s main writer for FAQs and evergreen explainers and has written around 2,000 pieces for the platform. Alongside this work, he focuses on in-depth analysis and covers the biggest races on the calendar, including the Tour de France, the Giro d’Italia, and La Vuelta a España, providing clear context around performance trends, tactics, and key storylines.
In his reporting, Fin uses reputable data sources such as ProCyclingStats for results, statistics, and historical context. He places strong emphasis on careful sourcing, editorial accuracy, and updating articles promptly when new, verified information becomes available. Outside of writing, Fin is an active cyclist, which supports his practical understanding of the sport and its demands.
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