Niels Vandeputte delivered a commanding performance, securing a solo victory in the Krawatencross cyclocross race on Sunday, February 8, 2026.
The Belgian rider, currently competing for Alpecin–Premier Tech Development Team, showcased his strength and skill to finish ahead of the competition. According to HLN, Vandeputte’s win highlights his continued development as a prominent figure in the cyclocross scene.
In a separate race on the same day, KV Mechelen defeated Royal Antwerp with a final score of 3-2 in a Belgian Pro League Round 24 match. Nieuwsblad reported that Myron van Brederode and Keano Vanrafelghem each scored for Mechelen, while Marwan Al-Sahafi and Anthony Valencia found the net for Antwerp.
Vandeputte also recently demonstrated his prowess in Lille, taking a victory there as well, with Orts and Vanthourenhout finishing second and third respectively. sporza.be detailed the race, noting Vandeputte’s strong performance. He also secured a win at the Under-23 Duinencross Koksijde in 2019, as noted in rtv.be.
Vandeputte, born September 19, 2000, has also achieved success in various other competitions, including a first-place finish in the UCI Junior World Cup in Hoogerheide in 2018. He currently rides for the UCI Continental team Alpecin–Premier Tech Development Team. His recent victories demonstrate his consistent performance and potential for continued success in the sport. HBVL provided further details on his recent win in Lille.
