Woerden cyclocross: Lucinda Brand leads women's preview

The Nacht van Woerden cyclocross event is scheduled for Tuesday, October 20, 2026, featuring a floodlit circuit through the center of Woerden. The course consists of a three-kilometer lap including two bridges, canal banks, and the Exercitieveld, characterized by demanding braking and acceleration sections.

Lucinda Brand is a primary favorite for the women's race, following recent victories in Dendermonde and Ardooie. Other expected competitors on the provisional entry list include Marie Schreiber, Aniek van Alphen, and Inge van der Heijden. While Fem van Empel has won the event in 2023 and 2025, she was not listed on the provisional start list at the time of the report.

The women's race is set to start at 19:40 CEST, with an expected finish around 20:20. Weather conditions are anticipated to be around 10 degrees Celsius with potential rain and wind.