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This weekend, the UEC European Cyclo-cross Championships are taking place in Pont-Château, France. A town with just over 11,000 inhabitants but with a lot of experience in cyclo-cross, as the circuit has hosted top-level races since 1978. The winners this weekend will be the wearers of the star-studded jerseys that will credential them as continental champions in the discipline for the next 365 days, making it one of the most significant dates of the season for Europe's top specialists.

Circuit

The circuit measures 3000 meters with just 300 meters of asphalt and a positive elevation of 100 meters per lap. In addition, it also includes 3 stair sections, so the cyclists will have to constantly dismount and remount their bikes.

Favorites for the women's race

Fem Van Empel (1200) is the big favorite for victory in the women's race, as she has been unbeatable so far this season with 5 wins in 5 races. Ceylin del Carmen Alvarado (1000), Aniek Van Alphen (800), Inge Van Der Heijden (1000), Denise Betsema (1200), Annemarie Worst (1000), and Kata Blanka Vas (1000) are also prominent contenders.

Favorites for the men's race

Eli Iserbyt (1200), Michael Vanthourenthout (1200), Laurens Sweeck (1200), Lars Van Der Haar (1200), and Thibaut Nys (400) are the leading candidates for victory in the elite men's race.

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