TUDOR Official Timekeeper of the Tour of Flanders

Within the fiercely competitive world of cycling, certain races shine brighter than others. The Tour of Flanders, with its rich history spanning over a century, holds a special place among these esteemed events, so much so that it's affectionately referred to as "De Ronde" by aficionados. For locals, it's known as Vlaanderens Mooiste, or "Flanders' Finest." Organized by Flanders Classics, the overarching body behind six spring classics for both elite men's and women's races in Belgium, including Gent-Wevelgem and Omloop Het Nieuwsblad, the Tour of Flanders commands respect and admiration on the cycling calendar.

As one of the five Monuments races, alongside Milan-San Remo, Paris-Roubaix, Liège-Bastogne-Liège, and the Giro di Lombardia, the Tour of Flanders holds a prestigious status in the cycling world. What sets it apart are the grueling cobbled climbs that pepper its route, creating a unique challenge for riders. While the race may not boast significant elevation gains, it more than compensates with its relentless cobbled sections, where gradients can soar as high as 20%. These stretches of the course are where the race truly comes alive, with riders jostling for position and pushing themselves to the limit on roads that seem determined to shake their resolve.