The 2026 road season has become one of the most intriguing chapters in the career of Toon Aerts. Best known as a cyclo-cross star and former World Cup winner, Aerts has increasingly demonstrated that his talents extend well beyond muddy winter circuits. Riding for Lotto Intermarché, the Belgian has spent 2026 establishing himself as a valuable and versatile presence in the professional peloton.
Aerts entered the season with growing momentum after a strong return to top-level racing in 2025. His spring campaign featured appearances in several major Belgian and WorldTour events, where he showed the endurance and resilience that have long defined his cyclo-cross career. Among his notable performances was a competitive ride at the Tour of Flanders, where he finished among a large group of respected classics specialists.
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