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‘Half the peloton is ill’: cowpats blamed as cyclists fall sick after race in Belgium

The Guardian· May 6, 2026 · 9:50 PM · 19 views

A mysterious illness struck cyclists after the Famenne Ardenne Classic in Belgium, with many suspecting cow manure as the cause. Riders, including race winner Arnaud De Lie, experienced severe symptoms, possibly due to bacteria from wet roads. The incident has left teams like Lotto-Intermarché and Alpecin grappling with unexpected hospital visits. #CyclingNews #Belgium #HealthAlert #Cyclists #SportsUpdate

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