Tour of Flanders Men LIVE - An Easter extravaganza on the Belgian cobbles

A 12-rider breakaway established an early lead of over two minutes in the 2026 Tour of Flanders, with the peloton led by Mikkel Bjerg keeping the pace high amid challenging cobbled sections and strong headwinds. Key contenders including Mathieu van der Poel and Wout van Aert downplayed favourite status, placing the spotlight on Tadej Pogačar as the rider to beat. The race has seen a rapid start with multiple attacks neutralised and early withdrawals, such as Jarrad Drizners for Red Bull-Bora-Hansgrohe, shaping the dynamics on the Belgian cobbles.