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May 25, 2026
GP Mazda Schelkens 2026 🇧🇪 (1.1) WE – Borsbeek – Borsbeek : 134,1 km
GP Mazda Schelkens is a UCI 1.2 classification that unfolds across the flat yet deceptively demanding landscapes of the Belgian-Limburg region,
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May 25, 2026
GP Mazda Schelkens 2026 🇧🇪 (1.1) WE – Borsbeek – Borsbeek : 134,1 km
GP Mazda Schelkens is a UCI 1.2 classification that unfolds across the flat yet deceptively demanding landscapes of the Belgian-Limburg region, where the roads weave through a patchwork of industrial zones, open farmland, and dense woodland. The terrain is predominantly flat, but the course is far from straightforward, with narrow, winding roads that twist through small villages and past modern business parks, demanding constant vigilance and precise bike handling. The few subtle climbs, though short, feature sharp ramps that can split the peloton, while the descents are fast and technical, their tight corners and uneven surfaces adding an element of risk. The open stretches are often exposed to crosswinds, which sweep across the flatlands and turn the race into a tactical battle of positioning and endurance. The race dynamics are shaped by these wind-exposed sections and the technical challenges of the course, with attacks launching during moments of chaos as the peloton fractures into echelons or small groups. The final kilometers often feature a fast, technical run-in through the outskirts of the finish town, where a reduced bunch sprint or a small breakaway group contests the line in a high-speed dash. The GP Mazda Schelkens is a race that rewards resilience, tactical awareness, and the ability to thrive in the unpredictable, fast-paced conditions of Limburg’s roads.
Dutch sprinter Charlotte Kool navigated an awkward and unpredictable finale to win the GP Mazda Schelkens, taking her fourth win of the 2026 season.
Human Powered Health looked to have the best lead out heading into the final kilometre before being overhauled by Fenix-Premier Tech in the last few hundred metres. Kool launched an electrifying sprint to take the win in Borsbeek.
Maggie Coles-Lyster (Human Powered Health) was second and Kool’s teammate Evy Kuijpers third in Borsbeek.
With a flat but technical course through the outskirts of Antwerp, there was little appetite to see attackers head up the road despite multiple attempts, with teams focused on setting up their sprinters. The first successful move came with 23km to go as Helena Bieber (Carbonbike Giordana Sofré) broke clear of the peloton’s clutches.
The sprint teams feared that they had made a mistake in chasing back the lone attacker in the closing stages, as Bieber held a 30-second lead heading into the final 4km.
A large crash taking out the back-half of the peloton didn’t help matters, but an acceleration on the final short cobbled sector with 2.5km left brought Bieber back to set up the expected sprint finish.
Human Powered Health moved to the front in the final kilometre and looked in control as they looked to position Coles-Lyster for the final sweeping bend.
However, Kuijpers unleashed an impressive acceleration with Kool in her wheel, allowing the two-time Tour de France Femmes stage winner to sprint to victory.
Results :
 WE </strong> - Borsbeek - Borsbeek : 134,1 km
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GP Mazda Schelkens is a UCI 1.2 classification that unfolds across the flat yet deceptively demanding landscapes of the Belgian-Limburg region, where the roads weave through a patchwork of industrial zones, open farmland, and dense woodland. The terrain is predominantly flat, but the course is far from straightforward, with narrow, winding roads that twist through small villages and past modern business parks, demanding constant vigilance and precise bike handling. The few subtle climbs, though short, feature sharp ramps that can split the peloton, while the descents are fast and technical, their tight corners and uneven surfaces adding an element of risk. The open stretches are often exposed to crosswinds, which sweep across the flatlands and turn the race into a tactical battle of positioning and endurance. The race dynamics are shaped by these wind-exposed sections and the technical challenges of the course, with attacks launching during moments of chaos as the peloton fractures into echelons or small groups. The final kilometers often feature a fast, technical run-in through the outskirts of the finish town, where a reduced bunch sprint or a small breakaway group contests the line in a high-speed dash. The GP Mazda Schelkens is a race that rewards resilience, tactical awareness, and the ability to thrive in the unpredictable, fast-paced conditions of Limburg’s roads.
Dutch sprinter Charlotte Kool navigated an awkward and unpredictable finale to win the GP Mazda Schelkens, taking her fourth win of the 2026 season.
Human Powered Health looked to have the best lead out heading into the final kilometre before being overhauled by Fenix-Premier Tech in the last few hundred metres. Kool launched an electrifying sprint to take the win in Borsbeek.
Maggie Coles-Lyster (Human Powered Health) was second and Kool's teammate Evy Kuijpers third in Borsbeek.
With a flat but technical course through the outskirts of Antwerp, there was little appetite to see attackers head up the road despite multiple attempts, with teams focused on setting up their sprinters. The first successful move came with 23km to go as Helena Bieber (Carbonbike Giordana Sofré) broke clear of the peloton’s clutches.
The sprint teams feared that they had made a mistake in chasing back the lone attacker in the closing stages, as Bieber held a 30-second lead heading into the final 4km.
A large crash taking out the back-half of the peloton didn't help matters, but an acceleration on the final short cobbled sector with 2.5km left brought Bieber back to set up the expected sprint finish.
Human Powered Health moved to the front in the final kilometre and looked in control as they looked to position Coles-Lyster for the final sweeping bend.
However, Kuijpers unleashed an impressive acceleration with Kool in her wheel, allowing the two-time Tour de France Femmes stage winner to sprint to victory.
<strong>Results : </strong>
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