Felipe Orts shines in the Netherlands: victory at Nacht van Woerden 2025
On October 21, 2025, the Alicante cyclocrosser Felipe Orts once again wrote a golden page in the history of Spanish cyclocross by winning the prestigious Kiremko Nacht van Woerden, one of the most emblematic night tests on the international calendar, held in the Netherlands.
The race, of UCI C2 category, brought together many of the best specialists in the world. Under the spotlight and on a technical and muddy circuit, Orts gave an impeccable performance. After a controlled start, the man from Alicante moved up positions until he caught up with the Dutchman. Pim Ronhaar, who had set the pace in the first laps. With two turns left, Felipe launched a powerful attack in the plank area, where he managed to open a definitive gap that allowed him to cross the finish line alone. After him, Ronhaar was second and the Belgian Jente Michels completed the podium.
With this victory, Orts broke the winning streak of the Dutchman Lars van der Haar, usual dominator of the test in recent years, and became the first Spaniard to win in Woerden, a quote deeply rooted in Dutch cyclocross tradition. Media like CyclingNews and Zikloland They highlighted the importance of the victory, also pointing out that this success represents their 50th victory as a professional, a milestone that reflects his perseverance, talent and sporting maturity.
Beyond the result, this victory symbolizes the consolidation of Felipe Orts in the international elite of cyclocross. Competing – and winning – on Dutch soil, the birthplace of this sport, is not only a question of legs, but also of mentality. The runner from La Vila Joiosa demonstrated once again his ability to perform at the highest level in demanding scenarios, reaffirming his preparation for the 2025-2026 season, where he is already aiming for new challenges in C1 category events and the World Cup.
At 226ERS we proudly celebrate this new achievement of Felipe Orts, an example of discipline, improvement and unlimited energy. His victory in Woerden not only reinforces his status as a benchmark in Spanish cyclocross, but also embodies the values that drive our daily work: performance, commitment and passion for every detail that makes the difference.
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