Don't miss the thrilling showdown of speed and strategy at Kuurne-Brussel-Kuurne! This iconic race, the second act of the Flemish Opening Weekend, promises a gripping battle between sprinters and attackers across 12 climbs and 194.9 kilometers. But here's where it gets controversial: while sprinters like Jasper Philipsen, Arnaud De Lie, and Biniam Girmay are favorites, the race often favors bold attackers who can disrupt the peloton. Will this year be a sprinter's triumph or an attacker's glory? Dive into our guide to find out how to watch every twist and turn, no matter where you are.
Following the adrenaline-fueled Omloop Het Nieuwsblad, Kuurne-Brussel-Kuurne takes center stage on Sunday, offering a mix of flat sprints and challenging climbs from Kortrijk to Kuurne. Last year's winner, Jasper Philipsen, faces stiff competition from a star-studded field, including Arnaud De Lie (Lotto-Intermarché), Biniam Girmay (NSN Cycling), and Christophe Laporte (Visma-Lease a Bike). However, the race's unpredictable nature means a well-timed attack could steal the show. And this is the part most people miss: it’s not just about who’s fastest, but who’s smartest.
How can you catch all the action? Whether you’re in the UK, USA, Canada, or Belgium, we’ve got you covered. For viewers in Belgium, the race is free-to-air on Flemish broadcaster VRT’s Sporza and French-speaking RTBF’s Auvio service. But if you’re a Belgian fan traveling abroad, geo-restrictions might block your access—unless you use a VPN. Speaking of which, a VPN isn’t just for bypassing restrictions; it’s a powerful tool for enhancing your online security and privacy. For seamless streaming, we recommend NordVPN, TechRadar’s top pick for its reliability and performance.
Watching from the UK? Tune into TNT Sports 2 or Discovery+ starting at 13:30 GMT. While adding TNT Sports to your TV package might be tricky last-minute, Discovery+ offers a quick streaming solution at £30.99 per month. In the USA? HBO Max has you covered for $18.49 a month, though note that Flobikes, which holds Canadian rights, is geo-blocked for U.S. viewers. Canadian fans, meanwhile, can stream live on FloBikes for $39.99 a month.
Schedule Alert: The race kicks off at 12:10 CET (11:10 GMT, 06:10 ET) and is expected to finish around 17:00 CET (16:00 GMT, 11:00 ET). Don’t miss a second of the action—check out our detailed guide below.
Controversial Question: With the race’s history of upsets, do you think this year’s edition will crown a sprinter or an underdog attacker? Let us know in the comments!
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