Felipe Orts leads Spanish cyclocross team at European Championships

Spanish cyclocross rider Felipe Orts is set to compete in the European Cyclocross Championships in Zeddam, Netherlands. The 31-year-old, an eight-time Spanish national champion, aims to secure a podium finish and replicate his 2024 performance where he earned a silver medal.

National coach Javier Ruiz de Larrinaga identified Orts as the team's primary asset, noting his strong recent form following victories in Amurrio and Orduña. The Spanish delegation includes 15 cyclists across various categories. Key competitors expected to challenge for the title include Belgian rider Thibau Nys, Niels Vandeputte, and British rider Cameron Mason.

In the elite men's category, Orts will be joined by Raúl Mira. The women's team features experienced riders Sofía Rodríguez and Lucía González, who aim to perform strongly in their respective categories.