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Vuelta a España 2024

DATES: August 17 to September 8
STAGES: 21
REST DAYS: 2
START: Lisboa
FINISH: Madrid

Vuelta a España recent winners

  • 2023: Sepp Kuss (Jumbo-Visma)
  • 2022: Remco Evenepoel (Quick-Step Alpha Vinyl)
  • 2021: Primož Roglič (Jumbo-Visma)
  • 2020: Primož Roglič (Jumbo-Visma)
  • 2019: Primož Roglič (Jumbo-Visma)
  • 2018: Simon Yates (Mitchelton-Scott)
  • 2017: Chris Froome (Team Sky)
  • 2016: Nairo Quintana (Movistar Team)
  • 2015: Fabio Aru (Astana)
  • 2014: Alberto Contador (Tinkoff–Saxo)
  • 2013: Chris Horner (RadioShack–Nissan)

Latest Vuelta a Espana News

2 years ago

Three aces and a joker: How the top heavyweights match up at the Vuelta a España

Roglič, Evenepoel, and Vingegaard start as the pre-race favorites, with Spain's Ayuso trying to muscle in on the action: Here's the ultimate Vuelta 'form guide' for the three kings and a prince.


2 years ago

Extreme heat, protests could put chill on opening weekend at Vuelta a España

Pro-Catalan group calls for political action just as extreme temperatures are expected to ease this weekend.


2 years ago

Angliru, ambushes, Tourmalet, a tense TTT: Six stages that could explode the Vuelta a España

Vingegaard, Roglič, Evenepoel set to suffer through a whole host of horror stages in the race for red – these are the most important.


2 years ago

Vuelta a España start list: Vingegaard vs. Remco vs. Roglic vs. everyone else

Sepp Kuss starts his third grand tour of the season, and the best of the Spanish peloton line up for what should be a fantastic edition of La Vuelta.


2 years ago

From Roglič and Remco through Kuss and Caruso: Ranking the Vuelta a España GC contenders

The Vuelta boasts the strongest GC field of the season's grand tours – we pick the favorites, dark horses, and outsiders.


2 years ago

Primož Roglič makes it look easy with formality victory in Vuelta a España tune-up

'I came here to improve, I think I did that'. Victory at Vuelta a Burgos sees Roglič swagger toward Vuelta unbeaten in season's stage races.


2 years ago

Geraint Thomas, Egan Bernal ‘hungry for the win’ for Ineos Grenadiers at Vuelta a España

Ineos Grenadiers come out swinging in quest to win its first grand tour in two years with Arensman, Ganna also part of blockbuster selection.


2 years ago

Remco Evenepoel facing major Vuelta a España challenge amid contract rumors

New world TT champion heads to altitude to hone form before Spanish grand tour.


2 years ago

Is this the best start list ever for the Vuelta a España? It sure looks like it

The reigning champions of all three grand tours set to clash at the Spanish grand tour, starting August 26 in Barcelona.


2 years ago

Road to the Vuelta a España for Primož Roglič goes through Burgos

Five-stage Vuelta a Burgos is always a good measure of Vuelta form: Roglič returns to action for first time since winning Giro d'Italia.


2 years ago

2023 Vuelta a España: Tourmalet, Angliru anchor another mountainous edition

Ten summit finales, two time trials, and a typical climb-heavy route highlights the 2023 Vuelta route.


2 years ago

Details revealed of Barcelona start of 2023 Vuelta a España

The 78th edition of the Spanish grand tour opens with a team time trial and features a stage ending atop Montjuic.


3 years ago

Tourmalet, Angliru, a TTT, and more: Here’s what we know about the 2023 Vuelta a España

Eight summit finishes on tap for what typically works out as the wildest grand tour of the season.


3 years ago

More hints of Vuelta a España route for 2023: the Pyrénées and Angliru are back

Barcelona and Madrid are confirmed as the start and finish of the 2023 Spanish grand tour, and organizers promise some 'surprises' in between.


3 years ago

Five conclusions from the 2022 Vuelta a España

From the great Spanish resurgence to a media-machine meltdown, here's the things you need to know from the 2022 Vuelta a España.


3 years ago

When a leadout man beats his sprinter: Juan Sebastián Molano snags unlikely Vuelta a España victory

'I never thought to stop': Colombian leadout man in disbelief after pinching stage win from the favorites in Madrid.


3 years ago

Vuelta a España: Remco Evenepoel wraps up first overall grand tour victory

Juan Sebastian Molano takes the final stage for UAE Team Emirates.


3 years ago

Carlos Rodríguez slides two spots at Vuelta a España in cruel stage 20: ‘I suffered from minute zero’

Ineos Grenadiers' newest GC contender falls from fifth to seventh in final day of classification racing as earlier injuries dig deep.


3 years ago

Enric Mas misses victory but restores Movistar faith at Vuelta a España: ‘We’re back in the battle’

Movistar's final assault on red jersey runs out of steam but Mas books in for second overall after disaster Tour de France.


3 years ago

Chris Froome: Spain’s future talent is definitely safe

Former Vuelta a España winner points to Juan Ayuso and Carlos Rodríguez as stars of the future.


3 years ago

Fred Wright lost for words at Roglič statement: ‘It’s a shame … it’s a shame’

Roglič's teammate Rohan Dennis: 'The only people who can comment are Fred and Primož. It’s a tale of two stories really isn’t it.'


3 years ago

Teen sensation Juan Ayuso on third at Vuelta a España: ‘I’ve proven I can one day win these races’

The 19-year-old Ayuso lives up to hype as next Spanish stage-race supremo with third place on grand tour debut.


3 years ago

Vuelta a España: Remco Evenepoel set to win overall as Richard Carapaz wins stage 20

Thymen Arensman takes second on the final mountain stage but Evenepoel takes a commanding lead into the final stage.


3 years ago

Movistar braces for post-Valverde era as Enric Mas races for redemption at the Vuelta a España

Team boss Unzué confident in team backing for 2023 as it dangles above WorldTour 'relegation zone.'


3 years ago

Fred Wright on British hopes at UCI Road World Championships: ‘We’ve got an underdog team – we could surprise’

Wright set to co-captain youthful British team with options for Wollongong and into the future: 'At some point, one of us will be world champion.'


3 years ago

The current overall standings of the Vuelta a España after stage 19

Everything to fight for on Saturday’s penultimate stage.


3 years ago

Vuelta a España stage 20 preview: A five mountain showdown with Madrid on the horizon

Riders have everything to gain and lose on the final day in the mountains.


3 years ago

Fred Wright pushes back on Roglič allegation: ‘The statement isn’t fair’

Bahrain Victorious officials lambast the Jumbo-Visma response: 'Our rider does not deviate from his racing line before the incident.'


3 years ago

3 years ago

Primož Roglič blames Fred Wright for Vuelta a España-ending crash

Jumbo-Visma team boss, Richard Plugge says that there needs to be a 'change of behavior' in the bunch.


3 years ago

US star Lawson Craddock refused visa to race at Australian world championships

'There’s still a couple options and alleyways we’re pursuing to work it out.' Craddock chasing the paperwork to take top Vuelta a España form to worlds.


3 years ago

Vuelta a España: Fractures ruled out for Jay Vine after stage 18 crash

Australian hopes to return in autumn classics after crashing out of the Spanish grand tour.


3 years ago

Vuelta a España stage 19 preview: Complicated stage for GC riders seeking opportunity

Stage profile less than ideal for those trying to distance Remco Evenepoel.


3 years ago

Ben O’Connor ‘pissed off’ at Vuelta a España misfire

Australian mulls over missed opportunity on stage 18 of race.


3 years ago

Remco Evenepoel won’t stop racing until he reaches Madrid: ‘I’m not winner of the Vuelta a España yet’

Evenepoel sees confidence surging after second stage victory but isn't planning the post-race party just yet.


3 years ago

Robert Gesink rues Vuelta a España near-miss: ‘It was a great day until 200 meters to go’

Veteran domestique denied breakaway victory after spending previous six years working for others at Jumbo-Visma.


3 years ago

Vuelta a España stage 18: Remco Evenepoel wins in dramatic finale on the Alto de Piornal

The red jersey took his second stage win of the race after catching and passing Robert Gesink in the final meters of the stage.


3 years ago

Aussie sensation Luke Plapp on Vuelta a España grand tour debut: ‘I’m pretty buckled’

Plapp hits survival mode deep into grand tour debut as he hopes to bounce back in time for home worlds in Wollongong.


3 years ago

3 years ago

Jai Hindley on Vuelta a España form: Peaking for two grand tours is ‘pretty bloody hard’

Australian’s morale stays strong, is seeking opportunities as race heads into final stages.


3 years ago

Vuelta a España: How one pro team limits the risks of COVID-19

The Bora-Hansgrohe team details its immediate and longer-term approach to the virus.


3 years ago

Vaughters hopes Urán will postpone retirement following Vuelta a España stage win

'If Rigoberto decides to carry on then that means Cavendish is a no-go for us' says American team boss.


3 years ago

Remco Evenepoel profits from podium battle at Vuelta a España: ‘When Almeida attacked it was perfect’

Evenepoel keeps control of the chaos as fight for third unfurls in final of stage 17 on Wednesday.


3 years ago

3 years ago

Enric Mas vows to go down swinging at Vuelta a España: ‘We have to try something’

Mas couldn't gap Remco Evenepoel on stage 17 on Wednesday but makes it his mission to keep trying all the way to Madrid.


3 years ago

3 years ago

No broken bones or concussion, but Primož Roglič leaves Vuelta a España in ‘a lot of pain’

The Slovenian didn't start stage 17 after crashing heavily during the stage 16 finale.


3 years ago

Vuelta a España commentary: How will Primož Roglič’s abandon impact the GC contest?

The loss of Roglič from the race will put a dent in the GC battle but there are still plenty of twists in the tale to be had before Madrid.


3 years ago

Vuelta a España: COVID-19 abandons hit 25 as Lotto Soudal sends home fourth rider

Lotto Soudal has seen half its team go home due to COVID-19 positives.


3 years ago

3 years ago

Adam Blythe: Remco Evenepoel’s Vuelta a España mechanical was ‘a little too convenient’

'I know that Adam has to do his job but Remco punctured and that's it,' says a team spokesperson before the TV commentator takes it back in a video message.


3 years ago

Vuelta a España: Primož Roglič crashes hard during finale of stage 16

The Slovenian hits the deck during a sprint for the line after forcing a breakaway in the final kilometers.


3 years ago

3 years ago

Remco Evenepoel: Danger is around every corner in Vuelta a España final week

The Belgian is on course to become Belgium's first grand tour winner in over 40 years but he's still got a week of tricky stages to conquer.


3 years ago

Vuelta a España: Time running out to rob Remco Evenepoel of red

Third week of Vuelta to climax in stage 20 ripsnorter suited for attacks and ambush as time ticks against Roglič and Mas.


3 years ago

Enric Mas on WorldTour points: ‘We don’t talk about it among the riders’

Teams like Movistar and Israel Premier Tech are fighting for their WorldTour futures.


3 years ago

How Ineos Grenadiers’ bet on youth is paying off at the Vuelta a España

Tossato on Vuelta rookies: 'We have the whole team working to help these guys. They are the future of the team.'


3 years ago

Remco Evenepoel on Vuelta a España: ‘It’s a better story than yesterday’

Evenepoel keeps playing it smart, letting his rivals take a little while he doesn't give up a lot.


3 years ago

Lawson Craddock plays his ‘only card’ with long-range solo attack from Vuelta a España breakaway

American rider off the front of the race for more than 50 kilometers in another big ride during this Vuelta.


3 years ago

Thymen Arensman delivers on promise with breakout stage win at Vuelta a España

Dutch rider fends off everyone to win 'queen stage' and punch into the top-10.


3 years ago

Vuelta a España: Enric Mas snatches back some seconds as podium battle tightens

The Movistar captain gains time on direct podium rivals as his confidence grows.


3 years ago

Vuelta a España: Sierra Nevada summit sees GC chaos as Remco Evenepoel creaks further

Evenepoel suffers but doesn't splinter as Primož Roglič and Enric Mas make gains and time gaps condense.


3 years ago

Vuelta a España stage 15: Thymen Arensman climbs to solo victory as GC explodes behind

Evenepoel loses time to his main rivals for second consecutive stage.


3 years ago

Primož Roglič ‘chips away’ at Remco Evenepoel’s lead at Vuelta a España

Jumbo-Visma sets up Roglič for attack: 'We didn't expect Remco to cede time today.'


3 years ago

Vuelta a España stage 15 preview: Sierra Nevada brings high-altitude centerpiece to race for red

GC pack will look to exploit any weakness in Remco Evenepoel on relentless 2,500m summit finish of stage 15.


3 years ago

Vuelta a España: Remco Evenepoel bends but does not crack on La Pandera summit finish

Quick Step's Ilan Van Wilder: 'No need to panic. Remco didn't lose 15 minutes.'


3 years ago

3 years ago

Vuelta a España not settled just yet: GC gaps shrink as Primož Roglič battles back on La Pandera

Roglič uncorks sizzling acceleration in final four kilometers of stage 14 to gap Evenepoel and loosen Belgian's grip on red.


3 years ago

Vuelta a España stage 14: Richard Carapaz holds on for solo victory as Remco Evenepoel loses time

Carapaz holds on from the breakaway as Roglič gains 48 seconds on the red jersey.


3 years ago

No gloves, no stress: Remco Evenepoel confident ahead of big Vuelta a España weekend

Vuelta race leader says he's not reading the Belgian papers as he heads into decisive GC weekend.


3 years ago

Vuelta a España: Could Remco Evenepoel get caught out in an ambush? Chris Froome thinks so

Froome lost the 2016 Vuelta after a raid to Formigal, but delivered a stunning reversal to win the 2018 Giro d'Italia.


3 years ago

Remco Evenepoel ahead of Vuelta a España climber’s weekend: ‘No. 1 goal is to defend the red jersey’

Back-to-back climbing stages present opportunity and danger for Vuelta GC favorites.


3 years ago

Vuelta a España stage 14 preview: La Pandera opens crucial climbing weekend with 15 percent punishment

Steep pitches and jagged profile of La Pandera mark the first of two consecutive summit finishes of crucial weekend in southern Spain.


3 years ago

Vuelta a España: Pascal Ackermann jumps too early after misjudging finale

After a rough spring, a victory would have come in handy for the 28-year-old.


3 years ago

No world championships for Mads Pedersen who will head home after Vuelta a España

Dane comes through for win after three second places: 'It was up to me to deliver it in the end.'


3 years ago

3 years ago

Remco Evenepoel on morning after Vuelta a España crash: ‘I slept fine’

Evenepoel says Juan Ayuso's presence in the Vuelta is 'risky' and vows to keep distance from Spanish rider who is infected with COVID-19.


3 years ago

Toughest weekend of the season? High mountain double-header could re-shape Vuelta a España

Two summit finishes in two days offer Primož Roglič and Enric Mas the opportunity to try to rip red from Remco Evenepoel.


Vuelta a Espana Writers

Andrew Hood

Andrew Hood, aka “EuroHoody,” is European editor for Velo. Since joining the title in 2002, he’s been chasing bike races all over the world. He’s covered dozens of editions of the spring classics and the Tour de France, Giro d’Italia, and Vuelta a España, as well as numerous world championships in road, track, and mountain biking. He’s also covered six Olympic Games and reported on bike races across six continents. Beyond the Outside cycling network, his work has appeared in The New York Times, Sports Illustrated, ESPN, Outside, SKITraveler Magazine, Washington Post, Dallas Morning News, and Denver Post. He’s a voting member of the Velo d’Or prize committee, and he’s appeared on CNN, NBC, NPR, and BBC. Chances are, if there’s a bike race, EuroHoody’s been to it, or will be going soon.

Jim Cotton

Jim is a UK-based editor and reporter focusing on road racing, training, and nutrition. He’s developed a bank of experience working on the ground at all three grand tours, Paris-Roubaix, Tour of Flanders, Strade Bianche, road worlds, and many more prestigious races. Additionally, Jim writes the ‘Behind the Ride’ series of features that digs into how riders in the pro peloton have become the best in the world. It’s a wide-ranging column that’s covered diet, training, recovery, altitude camps, and a lot more. And when he’s not working? After a few decades of mostly dismal results, he’s hung up the wheels on his bike racing career. Instead, now, he’s a trail / ultra racer… but don’t hold that against him.

Shane Stokes

Shane Stokes has written about pro cycling for over 25 years, covering grand tours, world championships, Classics and other major events during that time. He’s been the Irish Times cycling correspondent for over two decades, appeared regularly on that country’s national broadcaster RTE in analyzing the sport, and contributed to Velo and many of the sport’s international outlets. When not writing about cycling he’s happiest in nature on a sunny day, particularly with a dog or two in tow.

Betsy Welch

Betsy writes about off-road racing, culture, and personalities for Outside’s cycling group. As a rider, she loves big adventures on the bike. Some of her most memorable reporting/riding trips include the Migration Gravel Race in Kenya, bikepacking the Colorado Trail, and riding from Torino to Nice after the inaugural Tour de France Femmes. In the summer, she loves to run, ride, and hike through the Elk Mountains in her backyard; in the winter, she skis uphill.

Will Tracy

Will Tracy is a San Francisco based editor interested in all things cycling. Since getting his start in cycling journalism with Peloton Magazine, he has reported from the Tour de France; the Taipei Cycle, Eurobike, and Sea Otter trade shows; and covered the biggest events in gravel racing including Unbound and SBT GRVL. When not biking, he stays active with climbing and running and likes to take photos, cook, and serially dabble in new hobbies.

Alvin Holbrook

Alvin is a tech editor for Velo, where he covers road, gravel, and e-bikes after nearly a decade in the bike industry. In addition, he uses his background in urban planning to cover stories around active transportation, policy, tech, and infrastructure through the Urbanist Update series. He currently lives in the Bay Area with his wife and an ever-growing stable of bikes and kitchen utensils. Meet Alvin

Josh Ross

Josh hails from the Pacific Northwest but when it’s time to ride, hot and dry is better than cold and wet. He will happily talk for hours about the minutiae of cycling tech but understands most people just want things to work. He is a road cyclist at heart and doesn’t care much if those roads are paved, dirt, or digital. Although he rarely races, if you ask him to ride from sunrise to sunset, and beyond, the answer is always yes.

How to watch the Vuelta a España

Grand tour season comes to a spectacular close in the next month with the 2023 Vuelta a España. Primož Roglič is back to hunt a fourth red jersey after having to withdraw after stage 16 last year. But a deep field will be standing in his way. Simon Yates, Richard Carapaz, João Almeida, Jai Hindley, Nairo Quintana and Enric Mas are just a selection of the riders racing with an eye on the maillot rojo.

How to watch the 202e Vuelta a España in the United States and Canada

U.S. cycling fans, NBC has got your back. Live coverage and highlights will be available through the broadcaster, with the NBC-owned Peacock streaming service providing online coverage. FloSports will provide a live streaming service in Canada.

How to watch the 2023 Vuelta a España in Europe

European fans can tune in to the Vuelta online via GCN+ or on the partner Eurosport streaming service. Eurosport will also cover the race on its Freeview channel. You can see schedules and details of territory restrictions here.

RTVE (Spain), TV2 (Denmark and Norway), Sporza (Belgium) and NOS (Netherlands) will cover the race in their respective countries.

How to watch the 2023 Vuelta a España in Australia

Fans Down Under can set their alarms early for a live broadcast via SBS On Demand.