The stage 1 opening team time trial profile delivers a flat route through the broad, flat boulevards of Valencia. At 16km, slightly further than last year's 14.5km opening TTT, the stage is longer than last year but still short enough that it is likely to be a matter of establishing the opening hierarchy rather than being a major GC day.
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'This is a big stepping stone' - Matthew Brennan eyes Great Britain start of 2027 Tour de France after racking up fourth Vuelta a España success
'I've already booked my holiday' Briton discards last-minute change of heart over non-participation in World Championships. -
American Criterium Cup: Skylar Schneider and Justin Williams secure titles with top 10s at Giro Della Montagna
Barbara Guarischi and Preston Eye sizzle in St. Louis with victories in final race of series -
'He's close to 2022' – Wout van Aert ominously nears peak shape ahead of World Championships as he relishes high workload at Vuelta a España
'It's a conflict of interest because I want the boys from home to be successful, but if he wins Worlds, I don't think I could say how happy I would be for him' says stage winner Brennan -
Vuelta a España GC standings – Enric Mas wears the red jersey into the final week of racing
No changes to the top-10, as Brennan claims another stage win in La Rábida. Palos de la Frontera
