Commentary from Fernando Escartín

Lagos de Covadonga is a well renowned climb among cyclists. This particularly long stage will feature two Category 1 climbs, Fitu and Llomena, where the riders who manage to escape will play a starring role before the climb up to Lagos. This is a potentially dangerous stage as it will take place right after a rest day, which could cost one of the favourites dearly.

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