'We absolutely do not tolerate this kind of act' - Police open investigation after spectator spits at Mathieu van der Poel

The Greek defender was "targeted" by a Willem fan and he responded with an assist and attacks on the Dutch media.

Mathieu van der Poel is spat on during his victory in the E3 Saxo Classic. The police are now looking for the spectator in question.

A spectator of the E3 Saxo Classic showed his worst side by spitting in the direction of winner Mathieu van der Poel. It is not the first time that such an incident has occurred with the Dutch cyclist. The police will investigate based on TV images.

Raymond Poulidor's grandson won the E3 Grand Prix this Friday, March 28, in Belgium. The Dutchman was the target of spitting, on the roads of the prestigious Belgian race. A trend that is repeated.

A man spit on Mathieu van der Poel in the middle of the race this Friday on the E3 course.

The "Flanders" classics continue this Friday with the Saxo Classic.