'For Belgians, it's the first real race of the season' - Thomas De Gendt on why Omloop Het Nieuwsblad matters so much
Briefly

Omloop Het Nieuwsblad is a vital cycling race in Belgium, marking the onset of the cycling Classics season. Historically significant as the initial major race of the year, it garners substantial media attention and speculation about team performances and rider capabilities. While the event is hard to predict, past winners have often emerged from domestique roles rather than leading riders. The excitement around Omloop contrasts with other races like the E3 Saxo Classic, making it a focal point for Belgian cycling enthusiasts eager to analyze team tactics and strengths.
Omloop is a hard race to predict, and the winners often come from domestique roles rather than the expected team leaders.
In Belgium, newspapers buzz with speculation about the Classics, particularly for Omloop Het Nieuwsblad and the Tour of Flanders.
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