UCI Cyclo Cross World Championships

St. Michielsgestel, Holland - 30th January 2000

The Dutch showed dominance in the Men's Elite race with local hero Richard Groenendaal taking the lead after a couple of laps

Problems erupted in the Belgian camp when two of their riders in prime positions did not work together

3 times MTB World Champion Henrick Dernis was caught and passed by Rodger Hammond

Groenendaal was out on his own on his home soil, cheered on by a thousands of Dutch fans

Better known for their MTB skills Tim Morley riding in the under 23 category and Liam Killeen in junior

Ladies Winner Hanka Kupfernagel Germany and Men's Winner Richard Groenendaal

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