Tim Meeusen has won his first UCI WC leg in Kalmthout. An early break away from Francis Mourey was countered by Niels Albert. 6 riders, Mourey, Nijs, Pauwels, Albert, Aernouts en Meeusen dominated the race in Kalmthout. There were no more break aways on the technical course in Kalmthout. It was Nijs and 22-year-old Meeusen who sprinted for victory. Meeusen had the right gear and beat Sven Nijs to pick-up his first ever win in a UCI world cup. Fellow team rider Pauwels finished in 3rd place.
Result :
1. Tom Meeusen in 1u02'21"
2. Sven Nys
3. Kevin Pauwels 2"
4. Francis Mourey (Fra) 7"
5. Niels Albert 30"
Picture : Belga