In an epic mountainbikerace in Bouillon, Belgium Wout Alleman and Alice Pirard the coveted one Belgian marathon titles of 2023.

Wout Alleman Dominates among the Men

Wout Alleman, the European champion, proved on the Belgian marathon championship in Bouillon his favorite role. He rode solo to the title after a grueling race of 120 kilometers and 3700 meters of altitude. Kevin Panhuyzen could follow him for a long time but eventually had to give in. Alleman won with a lead of four minutes outgoing Belgian champion Frans Claes and Joris Massaer, who took the Masters 1 title. Panhuyzen came fourth, while Alice Pirard won the women's competition.

Exciting Battle for the Women

The race was over for the women 90 kilometers an exciting battle between outgoing champion Joyce Vanderbeken and Alice Pirard. Pirard managed to make the difference in the closing stages and her eighth national marathon championship title to obtain. Vanderbeken took silver, while Githa Michiels won bronze. The Belgian Marathon titles have been distributed for 2023.

The Grand Raid Godefroy as an Epic Scene

The Grand Raid Godefroy, the penultimate round of the Belgian Ardennes Marathon Series, served as the stage for the Belgian Marathon Championships. More than 1200 mountainbikers were ready for different distances. The race took place in the beautiful countryside around Broth and was characterized by challenging routes and changing weather conditions.

“It is a marathon that is both in the... body as in the memories will leave traces.”

As one participant noted

Inspiring performances and an exciting race have made the Belgian marathon titles of 2023 unforgettable made.

"This is a special moment for me after a difficult season. It feels great to be back on top.”

Wout Alleman, Belgian Marathon Champion 2023

It was indeed a day full of excitement and achievements that will go down in history.

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