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The 2021 Tour of Flanders will see Mathieu van der Poel defending his 2020 title. Competing for Alpecin-Fenix, he will be racing for his second Monument victory at De Ronde van Vlaanderen. Follow along for all of his coverage from the spring classic on April 4, 2021.
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Mathieu van der Poel: Challenging Day At 2021 Tour Of Flanders
Apr 4, 2021
Mathieu van der Poel was up against counter attacks from Deceuninck - Quick Step, making for a challenging day at 2021 Tour of Flanders.