Mathieu van der Poel has maintained a low profile leading up to the Tour of Flanders, focusing on recovery and training after his recent successful victory at the E3 Saxo Classic. Unlike his rival Wout van Aert, who faced criticism after a recent loss, van der Poel is preparing to race calmly against Tadej Pogačar. He has a strong record in the Tour of Flanders with three previous wins and emphasizes that while he aims to win, equaling records isn't his focus, allowing him to race relaxed and enjoy his upcoming challenges.
"I just want to win the race on Sunday. If I manage that, the record will come naturally. Don't get me wrong, it's incredibly special. I never imagined I'd even be in this position."
"Van der Poel has kept a low profile in the build-up to the Tour of Flanders, recovering from a cold and avoiding the hype and expectation that always reaches a crescendo for the Ronde."
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