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It was a moment that could have been disastrous for either rider.

Ellen Noble’s bunnyhop and then tumble turned into a tangle with Marianne Vos. Fortunately, neither leading rider was hurt, both kept their cool, and it only added to the drama of the day’s racing.

Our photographer Dave Mable was at the right place, at the right time:

Ellen Noble tumbles and tangles with Marianne Vos at the barriers. © D. Mable / Cyclocross Magazine

Ellen Noble tumbles and tangles with Marianne Vos at the barriers. © D. Mable / Cyclocross Magazine

Have a watch of the key moment below, thanks to John Brunner:

See our ever-growing 2018 World Cup Waterloo coverage here.