Lokeren (Brussels Morning Newspaper): The Rapencross in Lokeren brought in 6,500 fans after taking a year off. It had races and a fun atmosphere. Thibau Nys, the new European champion, won the race, and local fans and friends enjoyed their first time watching Cyclo-cross.
The Rapencross, a popular cyclo-cross event, returned to Lokeren’s Park Ter Beuken after a year, attracting about 6,500 fans. Last year, organizers replaced the event with the Belgian National Championship, which made fans excited for this year’s race. Attendees enjoyed the thrilling competitions and the lively atmosphere, with many noting the festive crowd and local beers. Fans mentioned that as riders tackled the challenging course, the enthusiastic cheers from the crowd made this edition of Rapencross a memorable celebration of sport and community.
What do highlights emerge from Thibau Nys’s victory at the Rapencross in Lokeren?
Cycling fans were excited to watch the race as cyclists passed by. Friends Jan, Bas, and Peter from the Netherlands enjoyed their first cyclo-cross in Lokeren. They found a good spot between a steep hill and a fun tent where they planned to celebrate later. Local fans were also happy to be back at the Rapencross. They noticed less mud than in previous years but were happy to enjoy the race with friends.
According to organizer Bram De Brauwer, the best cyclists were at the race, and many fans enjoyed it. The course was small, so the cyclists went by nine times, which made it fun for the crowd. Lokeren is a cycling city and supports this event. De Brauwer also said they want to keep racing in the future. The best part of the day was when Thibau Nys, the new European champion, finished first.
