Belgium 01 Mar 2026 Class 1.1 – 1 day – Class 1
Website www.omloopvanhethageland.be
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Today is actually race day for the 2026 FENIX-EKOÏ Omloop van het Hageland! This 1.1 category international women’s race is taking place today, Sunday, March 1, 2026.
Here is the program and key details for the event:
Race Schedule & Timings
- Start Time: 13:00 (1:00 PM) CET
- Start Location: Aarschot (at “De Knoet”)
- Estimated Finish: Between 16:40 and 17:00 (4:40 PM – 5:00 PM) CET
- Finish Location: Tielt-Winge (Rillaarseweg)
Course Details
The race covers a total distance of 141.8 km and is broken down into three main phases:
- Neutralized Start: 4.8 km to get the peloton moving out of Aarschot.
- Point-to-Point Section: 47.4 km through the rolling hills of the Hageland region.
- Local Circuits: Five laps of a 23.6 km circuit in and around Tielt-Winge, featuring the decisive climbs and narrow roads characteristic of Belgian semi-classics.
Today’s Result (Spoiler Alert!)
Since the race concluded just a short while ago:
Winner: Charlotte Kool (Fenix-Premier Tech) has taken the victory in a sprint finish, becoming the fourth Dutch winner in the race’s history.
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The FENIX-EKOÏ Omloop van het Hageland has grown from a local criterium into one of the most prestigious “semi-classics” on the women’s international cycling calendar. Established in 2005, it serves as a grueling test of endurance, typically held the day after the WorldTour opener, Omloop Het Nieuwsblad.
Early Origins & Evolution
- The Beginning (2005–2010): The race debuted as a national event (1.NE) under the name Tielt-Winge (Wielertrofee Vlaanderen). It was primarily a criterium for Belgian riders. The first-ever winner was Belgian rider Ludivine Henrion.
- UCI Status (2011): The race officially joined the UCI calendar as a 1.2 category race. This allowed it to attract more international talent, with Swedish legend Emma Johansson winning that inaugural UCI edition.
- The Modern Era (2016–Present): In 2016, the race was upgraded to 1.1 status, solidifying its place as a top-tier one-day race where WorldTour teams regularly compete.
Iconic Winners & Records
The race’s history is a “who’s who” of women’s cycling, dominated by powerhouse sprinters and classics specialists.
| Category | Record Holder | Details |
| Most Victories | Marta Bastianelli (ITA) | 3 wins (2016, 2019, 2022) |
| Multiple Winners | Lorena Wiebes (NED) | 2 wins (2020, 2023) |
| Lizzie Deignan (GBR) | 2 wins (2012, 2014) | |
| Jolien D’hoore (BEL) | 2 wins (2015, 2017) | |
| Emma Johansson (SWE) | 2 wins (2010, 2011) | |
| Recent Winner | Charlotte Kool (NED) | Won the most recent edition (March 1, 2026) |
Key Historical Milestones
- National Dominance: In its first four years, Belgian riders won every edition. It wasn’t until 2007, when Ireland’s Louise Moriarty won, that the international “takeover” began.
- Dutch Era: Since 2018, Dutch riders have dominated the podium, with Ellen van Dijk, Lorena Wiebes, Femke Gerritse, and most recently Charlotte Kool taking the top step.
- The “Roeselberg” Legacy: The race is historically defined by the Roeselberg climb in Houwaart. This short, steep ramp has been the launchpad for countless winning moves throughout the race’s 21 editions.
Note: The race is currently organized by D.O.S. vzw, which has successfully navigated the event through the COVID-19 pandemic (only the 2021 edition was cancelled) to maintain its status as a vital part of the Belgian spring.
