“Wow” Van Aert has since taken more than seventy professional road wins, including thirteen stage victories at the Tour de France between…

“Wow” Van Aert has since taken more than seventy professional road wins, including thirteen stage victories at the Tour de France between…

 

 

Wout van Aert, the Belgian cycling sensation, has solidified his reputation as one of the most versatile and successful riders of his generation. Since turning professional, Van Aert has amassed over seventy professional road race victories, showcasing a blend of power, tactical intelligence, and adaptability that has made him a standout figure in the peloton.

 

Van Aert’s career has been defined by his ability to excel in a wide range of cycling disciplines. Whether it’s the rugged one-day classics, the gruelling Grand Tours, or the fast-paced sprints, Van Aert has proven himself capable of winning across various terrains and conditions. His remarkable versatility is most evident in his dominance at the Tour de France, where he has notched up thirteen stage wins since making his debut in 2019. These victories span a variety of stages, from flat sprints to difficult mountain stages, cementing his status as one of the Tour’s most unpredictable and exciting riders.

 

The 2021 Tour de France was particularly memorable for Van Aert, where he showcased his all-around abilities in spectacular fashion. In addition to winning three stages, including one on the iconic Mont Ventoux, Van Aert also demonstrated his strength in the time trials, finishing in the top five in one of the most competitive editions of the race in recent years. His success at the Tour de France proved that Van Aert is not just a sprinter, but a complete cyclist, capable of competing with the best across multiple disciplines.

 

What sets Van Aert apart from many of his peers is his ability to perform under pressure. Whether it’s battling for the win in the final kilometres of a sprint, or launching a solo attack on a mountain climb, Van Aert has demonstrated time and again that he thrives in high-stakes situations. His mental toughness, combined with his physical power, has made him a formidable force in the professional peloton.

 

Beyond his success at the Tour de France, Van Aert has enjoyed a decorated career in one-day races, most notably in the cobbled classics. He has claimed victories at the prestigious Gent-Wevelgem and the Amstel Gold Race, as well as podium finishes at other major events like the Tour of Flanders and Paris-Roubaix. These results highlight his exceptional ability to handle the toughest of races, with Van Aert being a constant presence in the front group during these chaotic, high-speed events.

 

What is equally impressive is Van Aert’s resilience in the face of adversity. In 2020, he was involved in a serious crash at the Tour de France, which forced him to abandon the race. However, his determination saw him return to form quickly, bouncing back stronger than ever with a series of victories in the following months.

 

As Van Aert continues to dominate the cycling world, his success is a testament to the strength of his mindset and his exceptional physical attributes. Fans around the world have come to expect spectacular performances from him, and with each passing season, he seems to only improve. With more than seventy career wins under his belt and the potential for even greater success in the future, Wout van Aert’s legacy is already well on its way to becoming one of the most impressive in the history of professional cycling.