The 2019 Vuelta a Espana kicks off with a 13.4km team time trial in Torrevieja and Cyclingnews will have complete live text coverage of the event. Team Dimension Data will begin proceedings at 18:56 CET with teams rolling out at four-minute intervals. Movistar, with Nairo Quintana and Alejandro Valverde will be the final team to head down the start ramp at 20:20 CET.
The course is relatively short but far from easy, with technical features dotted throughout. For a complete preview of the opening Vuelta a Espana stage, click here. To find out how to watch the Vuelta a Espana in your country or region, click here.
