Supporters travel across Flanders for the Jaarmarktcross in Niel

Cyclocross fans gathered in Niel, a village in the Antwerp province of Belgium, to watch the Jaarmarktcross race despite overcast weather.

Spectators traveled from various regions to attend the event, with some viewing it as a yearly tradition and others as a unique outing. Kristof Gabriëls traveled from Zulte to support West Flemish riders, while Mare attended for the third time with her family.

Ann Van Reeth, a former resident of the area, brought her grandchildren to the race to experience the friendly atmosphere she remembers from her childhood. Other attendees traveled specifically to cheer for individual athletes. Werner Wils traveled from Kasterlee to support Toon Vandebosch, despite noting that the course is not his favorite in the season. The event concluded with Cameron Mason winning the men's race and Manon Bakker winning the women's race.