Watch: Philippe Gilbert stops to pose for photos with fans mid-race; still finishes second

Belgian champion even moves into race lead after mid-race stop

By Henry Robertshaw
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After a successful spring campaign that included victory in the Tour of Flanders, Philippe Gilbert is a man in demand in Belgium, even stopping to pose for photos mid-race before going on to finish second and move into the race lead.

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Henry Robertshaw

Henry Robertshaw began his time at Cycling Weekly working with the tech team, writing reviews, buying guides and appearing in videos advising on how to dress for the seasons. He later moved over to the news team, where his work focused on the professional peloton as well as legislation and provision for cycling. He's since moved his career in a new direction, with a role at the Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs.

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