With only the shortest of neutral zones before the riders are waved underway, the intensity of stage 20 at the Vuelta a España is immediately set.
Today's stage features a particularly brutal final climb measuring 7.9km at an average gradient of 9.1%, showcasing the challenging nature of the course.
The stage profile indicates a tough day out with seven climbs, culminating in the difficult Picón Blanco, which is both breathtaking and formidable.
As the riders embark on their final mountain day before heading to Madrid, the excitement builds around Primož Roglič's recent rise to the red jersey.
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