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De Brabantse Pijl, known in French as La Flèche Brabançonne, is a Belgian professional one-day road cycling race. Its course runs through Flemish Brabant and Walloon Brabant and is characterized by repeated short, steep climbs on narrow roads. Held in spring between the cobbled and Ardennes classics, it favors riders who can combine climbing acceleration with the speed needed for a reduced-group sprint or late attack.
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What is De Brabantse Pijl?
De Brabantse Pijl, also called La Flèche Brabançonne in French, is a Belgian professional one-day road race. Its course crosses Flemish Brabant and Walloon Brabant.
Why is De Brabantse Pijl considered a hilly race?
The route includes repeated short, steep climbs on narrow roads. These features make positioning and repeated acceleration important during the race.
When in the cycling season is De Brabantse Pijl held?
It is held in spring, between the cobbled classics and the Ardennes classics. That position gives it a distinctive place in the Belgian one-day racing calendar.
What is the French name for De Brabantse Pijl?
Its French name is La Flèche Brabançonne. Both names refer to the same Belgian professional one-day road race.
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