Like th🃏e previous day, the finale of this stage features a double crossing of a climꦉb. However, the Cumbre del Sol is not only a tougher proposition than the Cresta del Gallo but the finish is also located at its summit.

It’s the only difficulty of a day that passes through regular training camp territory on the Costa Blanca. Theཧ riders don’t go all the way to the top on the first passage over the Cumbre del Sol. As such, it’s rated as second category. On the second ascent, they tackle its full 3.5km, averaging 11 per cent, with sections at close to 20.

It looks to be an ideal opportunity for explosive climbers like Joaquim Rodr&⭕iacute;guez but the time gaps between the GC hitters won’t be large.

José Luis Arrieta (Movistar DS):