Alvarado barely holds off Brand in an exciting final round, Van Empel has a bad day in Namur

In Herentals, the victory in the X²O-cross yesterday went to Fem van Empel. As expected, the Dutchwoman was joined by her compatriots Alvarado, Brand and Worst.

But the world champion was the only one to remain clear and crossed the line solo.

Will she do that again today, or will she get more resistance?