Contrary to the announcement, the Challenge Paris-Roubaix will not be organised as a race for everyone. This was announced by the organiser A.S.O. in a press release. "Despite the efforts of the responsible authorities, we cannot get a road closure," the press release states.
There will therefore be no timekeeping on the route from Saint Quentin to Carrefour de l'Arbre. Those who have already registered can either start at the reduced price of 40 euros or cancel their participation.