Dutch track cyclist Harrie Lavreysen has won his 23rd world title, taking gold in the sprint at the track cycling world championships, according to De Telegraaf. The 29-year-old's victory is his eighth world sprint title in a row.
De Telegraaf described Lavreysen's ride to the title as brilliant. NOS called him superior in the event, while NU reported that the win completed a hat-trick for him at this year's championships.
The result extends a run of dominance in the sprint that stretches back across eight editions of the world championships. Coverage from AD.nl and RTL.nl also framed the win as confirmation of his standing as the leading figure in the discipline.
The championships were held in October 2026, with De Telegraaf publishing its report on Sunday, 18 October.
What to watch next: whether Lavreysen adds to his world title count at the next major championships on the track calendar.