Team Picnic PostNL coach Pim Ligthart: “In the western part of Flanders, the wind almost always plays a decisive role, so we expect a tough battle from the start. Positioning and teamwork will be key, especially if the race splits in the crosswinds. With Pavel, we have a strong finisher if it comes down to a sprint after a hard day of racing. The goal for the team will be to support him throughout the race, keep him well-positioned in the crucial moments, and bring him into the final in the best possible shape. If we execute our plan well as a group, we believe we can fight for a strong result.”