Vuelta a España (stage 6)

Stage 6 takes the riders from Caravaca de la Cruz to Murcia (151 kilometres). There has been a stage between the 2 cities last year too, but in reverse order and with much more difficulties. Today is relatively easy as it is mostly descending and flat. But in the finale a challenge awaits. Just 21,8 kilometres before the finish, there is the ascend of the steep Alto de la Cresta del Gallo (370 metres at km 133,6 – cat. 2). In the remaining 17 kilometres to Murcia, it might be difficult for the teams with sprinters to regroup. Those planning an attack on the climb, might have a good chance to go for the win. Current GC: 1. Gilbert / 2. Anton 10″ / 3. Rodriguez 10″ / 4. Nibali 12″ / 5. P Velits 16″. We are live on Twitter at 16:00 CET and livestreams will be up and running too.