ABOUT TOUR OF FLANDERS
The first edition in 1913
The very first Tour of Flanders took place on May 23, 1913. Only 37 riders participated in this grueling 324-kilometer race, and the winner was local favorite Paul Deman.
MUUR VAn gERAARDSBERGEN IN 1950
This iconic climb became a permanent feature of the course and is known as one of the toughest ascents in the race.
THE DOMINANCE OF EDDY MERCKX
Although he only won the Tour of Flanders twice, Merckx is considered one of the greatest cyclists of all time. His victories in 1969 and 1975 are legendary.
THE RISE OF THE FLEMISH ARDENNES
In the 1970s, the focus of the race shifted to the Flemish Ardennes, with climbs like the Oude Kwaremont and the Koppenberg making the race even more challenging.
TUDOR PRo cYCLING’S DEBUT IN 2024
For the first time in its history, Tudor Pro Cycling participated in the Tour of Flanders in 2024. The team, led by owner and former champion Fabian Cancellara, made a notable entry into the race, marking a significant milestone for the young team.
ABOUT TUDOR
TUDOR is an award-winning Swiss-made watch brand, offering watches with refined aesthetics, proven reliability and unique value for money. The origins of TUDOR date back to 1926, when “The Tudor” was first registered as a brand on behalf of the founder of Rolex, Hans Wilsdorf. He created the Montres TUDOR SA Company in 1946 to offer watches with the quality and dependability of a Rolex, at a more affordable price point. Because of their robustness and affordability, throughout their history TUDOR watches have been chosen by the boldest adventurers on land, underwater and on ice. Today, the TUDOR collection includes emblematic models such as Black Bay, Pelagos, 1926 and Royal. Since 2015, TUDOR has also offered mechanical Manufacture Calibres with multiple functions and superior performance.
