Ostende Kermesse, NE

Belgium, July 1 1997


This was a criterium over 155 kms for elite riders. The race was billed as the long expected return of Limburger Wilfriend Nelissen who has been out for over a year with severe leg injuries. However fans were disappointed as he didn't start today listing family problems. No new date was announced by the Palmans team for his return.

Race distance - 155 kms:

 1. T. Bracke (Bel)
 2. M. Cornelisse (Ned)   	0.08
 3. G. Van Bondt  (Bel)            
 4. F. De Buyst (Bel)
 5. B. Leysen (Bel)

58 starters