description E3 Saxo Classic Overview
The E3 Saxo Classic is a prestigious men’s road cycling race originating in Belgium. It's notable for its challenging course featuring historic Flemish cobbles and demanding climbs, often serving as a crucial warm-up event before the Tour of Flanders. The race attracts top professional cyclists worldwide and is particularly relevant to teams and fans following elite road racing, especially those interested in classic European races.
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When is the E3 Saxo Classic held?
The E3 Saxo Classic is a one-day professional cycling race held annually in late March. It takes place on a Friday, exactly two days before the prestigious Tour of Flanders.
Where does the E3 Saxo Classic take place?
The race takes place entirely in the Flemish region of Belgium, starting and finishing in the town of Harelbeke. The route weaves through the steep, rolling hills of the region known as the Flemish Ardennes.
Why is the race called the E3 Saxo Classic?
The race, first held in 1958, was originally named after the E3 highway that had just been built nearby. "Saxo" refers to its current title sponsor, Saxo Bank, which helps fund the event.
Is the E3 Saxo Classic a Monument of cycling?
Despite its high difficulty and prestige, the E3 Saxo Classic is not officially classified as one of the five Monuments of cycling. However, it utilizes many of the same brutal, steep cobbled climbs as the Tour of Flanders and is widely considered the ultimate Flanders warm-up race.
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