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Taminiaux takes second win of the week in Zwevezele

After his victory in Vichte earlier this week, Lionel Taminiaux has now also won Zwevezele Koers. Taminiaux was the fastest from a reduced group. “At the end of the season, it’s not just the legs that have to be good, it’s also about the mindset. And right now, that’s in a good place,” he said.
Race 26 September 2025
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Taminiaux had already won in Zwevezele before, back in 2022. He knows the course well. “That year I also won two kermis races in a row,” he recalls. “Apparently, I can really get into a good flow around this time of year. Because at the end of September, it’s not only about the legs still being strong, but also about staying mentally sharp and motivated. I’m genuinely happy that I can still recharge myself easily right now.”

It’s paying off, because after his earlier success in Vichte this week, Taminiaux was again the fastest in Zwevezele. “We quickly formed a leading group of fifteen riders, including Lorenz Van de Wynkele, but also Yves Lampaert and Pieter Serry, among others. We stayed at the front the whole race, but in the finale two riders managed to get away. In the end, I broke clear with Stan Van Tricht and Victor Vercouillie, and the three of us, together with one of the other escapees, stayed ahead to contest the sprint.”

Taminiaux came out on top. “I’m really happy with this win. Same on Tuesday, even if Vichte isn’t the biggest race. I’ve made it a small personal goal to add every existing kermis race to my palmarès. Of course, I would also have liked to win a bigger race this year, but that hasn’t happened yet. I’ll finish the season with the Italian block, so I hope I can carry this current form over there.”

 

Picture: Brecht Steenhouwer