Remco Evenepoel on the podium after winning Liege-Bastogne-Liege in 2023 (Image credit: Getty Images)
Wearing the white kit with rainbow bands of the World Champion, Remco Evenepoel (Soudal-QuickStep) successfully defended his title at Liège-Bastogne-Liège, triumphing after crossing the finish line with a solo victory.
As Evenepoel celebrated his victory, Tom Pidcock (Ineos Grenadiers) won the chase group sprint for second place ahead of Santiago Buitrago (Bahrain Victorious).
Route for 2023 LIège-Bastogne-Liège(Image credit: Amaury Sport Organisation)
Profile for 2023 LIège-Bastogne-Liège(Image credit: Amaury Sport Organisation)
The route for the 109th edition of the race covers 258.5 kilometres and includes 11 classified climbs in the rolling hills of eastern Belgium. The finale includes the iconic climbs of the age-old Côte des Forges. La Redoute, and the Roche-aux-Faucons.
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