In addition to the fastest West Flemish Vincke, the fastest West Flemish also took part in Ghent. 20-year-old Rendel Vermeulen from Koksijde also does not reach the final, but comes close to his personal record with 6.90. Finally, Aurèle Vandeputte ran in the 1000 meters, where he normally prefers the 800 meters. In a fast race, Vandeputte, who is still recovering from a tibia fracture, crosses the line in sixth place in 2.24.25.
There was also West Flemish talent in the high jump. 20-year-old Yorunn Ligneel is working on his way back after an injury. She is having a hard time and is still over 1m75 but not over 1m80.