The victorious return of Toulouse’s LOSC, where the team won (1-2) against the Violets, was followed by an unusual day for Alexsandro, who chose to go to Paris-Roubaix. Far from resting, he explored the winding roads of the region, strategically positioning himself near the club’s training centre, just behind the 26th paved area, a crucial element of Northern Hell. This presence, initially discreet, quickly diverted the attention of the crowds and even overshadowed, for a brief moment, the performances of renowned cyclists, including Mathieu van der Poel and Tadej Pogacar, attracting the attention of Belgian and French spectators who came to attend the event.

Alexsandro, visibly knowledgeable and connoisseur, chose a privileged location, the Carrefour de l’Arbre, a particularly difficult crossing point, to observe the preparations for the 2025 edition of Paris-Roubaix. Its presence, far from being annoyed, has transformed the landscape, the Brazilian becoming himself an attraction on the pavements of the North. Nevertheless, the race quickly took over, allowing spectators to enjoy the spectacle offered by this prestigious cycling event and its main actors. The Dutchman Mathieu van der Poel, for his part, won for the third consecutive time, thus joining the illustrious gallery of Octave Lapize and Francesco Moser.

Despite a successful competition, with riders such as Mads Pedersen and Wout van Aert, Tadej Pogacar, who participated for the first time, posed a serious threat to the victory. Although he finally reached second place, an error of course at 39 kilometers from the finish made him lose valuable time, compromising his chances of winning the race. This edition of Paris-Roubaix thus confirmed the domination of Mathieu van der Poel while stressing the potential of Tadej Pogacar, who, despite his error, proved his worth on this demanding journey.