description Scheldeprijs Overview
Scheldeprijs is a professional one-day road cycling race held annually in Belgium during the spring classics season. First organized in 1907, it holds the distinction of being the oldest continuously running cycling race in Flanders. The course traditionally starts in Antwerp and finishes in the municipality of Schoten, featuring mostly flat terrain that heavily favors sprinters. It typically occurs on the Wednesday between the Tour of Flanders and Paris-Roubaix, attracting a specialized field of fast finishers.
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What kind of race is the Scheldeprijs?
The Scheldeprijs is a professional one-day road cycling race in Belgium. It is traditionally associated with fast finishes and sprinters during the spring classics season.
When was the Scheldeprijs first organized?
The first Scheldeprijs was held in 1907. That long history is why it is often described as the oldest continuously running cycling race in Flanders.
Where does the Scheldeprijs start and finish?
The race has traditionally started in Antwerp and finished in the surrounding Belgian region. The exact route can change between editions, so the official course should be checked for a particular year.
Why do sprinters target the Scheldeprijs?
The race often includes relatively flat roads and a fast final section, which can favor a bunch sprint. That makes it a useful spring test for riders such as Mark Cavendish, who has won the event.
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