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Matthew Brennan wins Kuurne-Brussels-Kuurne

20-year-old British sprinter Matthew Brennan claimed victory at the Kuurne-Brussels-Kuurne on Sunday, outmuscling the pack in a thrilling sprint finish.

Brennan, representing Visma-Lease-a-bike, is the first British rider to win the event since Mark Cavendish in 2012 and 2015.

His victory marks a significant milestone for the emerging star, who narrowly avoided direct comparisons to the legendary Cavendish following the race.