[{"data":1,"prerenderedAt":-1},["ShallowReactive",2],{"football-site-config":3,"world-cup-status-en":27,"news-detail-toon-aerts-set-for-giro-d-italia-debut-with-lotto-intermarche":43,"news-related-toon-aerts-set-for-giro-d-italia-debut-with-lotto-intermarche-en":87,"news-related-match-toon-aerts-set-for-giro-d-italia-debut-with-lotto-intermarche-en":26},{"adSlots":4,"affiliateMode":5,"brandName":6,"contentStrategy":7,"currency":8,"friendLinks":9,"homepageLayoutKey":10,"leagueFocus":11,"locale":12,"planVisibility":13,"seoDescription":14,"seoTitleTemplate":15,"siteCode":10,"siteName":6,"siteType":10,"subscriptionMode":5,"timezone":16,"id":17,"tenantID":18,"primaryDomain":19,"countryCode":20,"logoUrl":21,"faviconUrl":21,"theme":22,"seoKeywords":24,"status":25,"ads":4,"focusLeagues":26,"affiliatePolicies":26},[],"shared","Football Prediction Platform","scores_predictions","USD",[],"main",[],"en-US",[],"Football fixtures, results, free predictions, subscriptions, and clearly labeled partner links.","{page} | Football Prediction Platform","America\u002FNew_York",323900000000000000,1,"football.easytestdev.online","US","",{"primaryColor":23},"#1677ff","football predictions, football fixtures, football results","active",null,{"active":28,"leagueId":29,"leagueName":30,"leagueImagePath":31,"seasonId":32,"seasonName":33,"startingAt":34,"endingAt":35,"daysToStart":36,"daysToEnd":37,"phase":38,"includeQualifying":28,"hostCities":39},true,"326135624916537344","World Cup","https:\u002F\u002Fmedia.api-sports.io\u002Ffootball\u002Fleagues\u002F1.png","326255613308833792","2026\u002F2027","2026-06-11","2026-06-28",6,23,"upcoming",[40,41,42],"Mexico City","Monterrey","Zapopan",{"article":44},{"awayTeamId":-1,"awayTeamName":-1,"body":45,"category":46,"excerpt":47,"homeTeamId":-1,"homeTeamName":-1,"id":48,"leagueId":49,"leagueName":21,"matchId":49,"matchName":21,"publishedAt":50,"slug":51,"sourceName":52,"sourceURL":53,"teamId":54,"teamName":55,"teamIds":56,"teamNames":71,"title":86},"At 32 years old, Toon Aerts is embarking on a significant new chapter in his cycling career. The experienced rider, known for his cyclocross exploits, is set to make his debut in a Grand Tour event. He will line up at the start of the Giro d'Italia, representing his team, Lotto Intermarché.\n\nThis marks uncharted territory for Aerts. While he has competed in cyclocross races across numerous locations, he has never previously traveled to Bulgaria, nor has he participated in a three-week stage race of this magnitude. The Giro represents a major step into the world of road stage racing for the Belgian.\n\nAs he prepares for the demanding Italian tour, Aerts has offered a glimpse into his mindset and preparations. He acknowledges the long hours of downtime that are inherent to Grand Tour racing, a stark contrast to the more immediate, intense nature of cyclocross events.\n\nTo combat potential boredom during rest periods and transfers, Aerts is packing a specific piece of technology. He plans to bring a new iPad, a tool he intends to use for entertainment and staying connected. This choice highlights the practical adjustments riders must make when transitioning to the unique lifestyle of a three-week race.\n\nHis packing strategy extends beyond entertainment. Aerts emphasizes the importance of a well-organized suitcase, or \"gestructureerde valies.\" This meticulous approach to logistics is crucial for managing the daily routine of a Grand Tour, where efficiency and quick access to gear can make a difference in recovery and preparation.\n\nAerts also addressed the concept of an \"online detox,\" a practice some riders adopt to fully focus on the race. He expressed a more pragmatic view, suggesting he might welcome the chance to read race reports. For him, staying informed about the action at the front of the peloton could provide valuable context about the day's events, even if he is not directly involved in the finale.\n\nThe decision for Aerts to ride the Giro d'Italia signals Lotto Intermarché's confidence in his ability to transition his skills to the road. His debut will be closely watched by fans and analysts alike, eager to see how the seasoned cross racer adapts to the unique challenges of Italy's Grand Tour.\n\nBased on reporting from HLN:sport.","news","Cyclocross specialist Toon Aerts, 32, prepares for his first Grand Tour appearance at the Giro d'Italia with team Lotto Intermarché. 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