“It’s fantastic, a cherry on a beautiful cake“Commented Philippaerts in a statement.”We came here with a good and young team. The high level reached by each of us here has led to a European title. Katanga is also in great shape. In key moments, she jumped zero many times. What she does and how she does so beyond understanding. This gold medal that she wins here is also a huge coronation for her.“
On Saturday, the riders and their mount will benefit from a day of rest. Sunday, the top 25 in the individual classification (with three Belgians from the collective event, as well as Abdel Saïd) will compete for a new European title. Among them, 16 couples succeeded in flawlessness during the first three days of competition.
“We approach the Sunday day with great enthusiasm, but without any expectations“announced Nicola Philippaerts.”The level is incredibly high and with two difficult sleeves, everything can still rock. The confidence that already existed has been reinforced today. We will get the most out of it.“Philippaerts is 5th in the provisional classification (1.72 point). Gilles Thomas is 4th (1.37 point). Thibeau Spits is 17th (4.56) and Abdel Saïd, on good friend, 22nd (5.94 points). Pieter Devos, 41st with 13.52 points, is eliminated.
