In addition to the technological factors here (optics), think about the biological timing of the riders. Wout van Aert picked the right time to accelerate and win -- from the front! He won even with a significant aerodynamic disadvantage.

Wout!!!

> According to UCI regulations, the photo finish verdict is final, because the finish line is what the photo finish says it is.

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