A Dutch continental race that rewards sharp positioning and the ability to handle repeated accelerations in unpredictable conditions.
NXT Classic is a men's one-day race held in the Netherlands on the continental calendar. The race typically takes place in early April, when spring weather can shift quickly and positioning becomes as important as raw power.
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This is the kind of race where the continental calendar shows its depth. The field mixes development riders looking for breakthrough results with experienced domestiques racing for themselves. The Dutch spring can deliver crosswinds, rain, or deceptive calm, and the race often turns on who reads the conditions best and positions themselves in the right move at the right time.
The course typically features flat to rolling Dutch terrain, where the wind matters more than the gradient. Expect a race shaped by positioning battles in the closing circuits or exposed sections, with repeated accelerations testing who has the sharpness to follow and the tactical sense to avoid being caught on the wrong side of a split. The finale usually comes down to a select group or a reduced bunch sprint, depending on how aggressively the race has been ridden and whether the wind has done its work. Riders who can handle sudden changes in pace and stay near the front through technical sections tend to feature in the outcome.
A flat one-day race in the Netherlands that typically rewards sprinters and fast finishers.
Part of the ProSeries calendar, attracting WorldTour sprint teams.
Most recent winner: Dion Smith (2025)
