Iconic Cycling Pic

This used to be a three stage race including many of the cobbled classic Belgium climbs. Today it’s a one day race on a pancake flat course with rain and wind providing the challenge.
 
This used to be a three stage race including many of the cobbled classic Belgium climbs. Today it’s a one day race on a pancake flat course with rain and wind providing the challenge.

Must admit - its never been on my radar.
They are coming thick and fast at the moment. I see La Vuelta is going up The Tourmalet and Aubisque at the weekend - might be a tad cold.
 
I still can't believe the hunger that Cav has to race. One day classics are some of the most brutal days in April, never mind October ... rain, wind and cold conditions are standard in Belgium. I think I'd rather be at home with his wife than sat in the chair in those conditions for 4-6 hours ;-)
 
I know nothing about cycling, zilch, didley squat.

Why is it iconic?

Probably the best sprinter to have ever graced the circuit, now in the twilight of his career (Cavendish), lining up against probably the next best huge talent )Van Der Poel) following his brilliant win at the weekend.

Granted - ‘iconic’ Is my personal judgment.
 
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