I did not picture Wout winning before the race. Absolutely delighted for him. It’s hard to believe it’s only his 2nd Monument, but he’s absolutely a rider who deserves to be in the multiple club.
I don’t know where you are watching this race, but for those of us following in the US, the NBC/Peacock app shows too many ad breaks, for too long. The vdP gap went down 30 seconds in this last one.
If Vermeersch is in the lead group, the last thing he should do is give up that spot to help Pog get back. Pog will get back, and will need the teammate when he gets there.