The 44th GP Samyn is on the docket as this Wednesday's cobbled race. I didn't really know much about this rig so I decided to take a look at what was out there on the intertubes. Follow me on the flip to learn more.
The race website has much more info, including photos that show cobbles in at least one shot, there may be more. Mainly won by Belgians, it is a home affair save a sprinkling of other northmen over the years. McEwan is the lone non European to win, this back in 2004. Apparently it is a hard man race, Capiot has the most wins and he was tough as nails, but hey, this is pro bike racing, who isn't tough as nails?
It is UCI 1.1 and draws a startlist made of few stars and many VDS 4-8 pointers. My man Leukemans is one of the more expensive riders there. 'Raving Mad and Somewhat Slightly Dazed' is rolling with Leukemans, Bouhanni, Kreder and Traksel. Who you got?
Video of the final ks of last year's race.
Edit: Friking pointed out that this is not a proper preview if I don't pick a winner.
So here goes:
1-Leukemans
2-Hutarovich
3-Kreder