Eight-time cyclocross world champion Marianne Vos will not participate in this weekend's World Championship in Lievín, France, as she is recovering from a calf injury sustained in January. Despite some improvement, her inability to fully recover has led to the decision for her not to compete. National coach Gerben de Knegt expressed disappointment but emphasized team strength with other formidable riders set to compete. The Netherlands boasts a strong track record in the event, but Vos's absence is significant given her historical achievements in cyclocross.
The injury makes running difficult, it was decided that Marianne will skip this World Championship.
We find this incredibly unfortunate; as an eight-time world champion, we would have liked to see Marianne try for a new title.
The Netherlands currently boasts 14 gold medals in their nation's palmarès in the race, 10 more than second-placed Germany.
The loss of a star figure like Vos can hardly fail to be noticed, especially as the news comes in the final countdown.
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