One of the most important stage races scheduled before the Vuelta a España, the Vuelta a Burgos takes place this year between 4-8 August, when Soudal Quick-Step will be one of the twelve World Tour teams at the start.
Sticking to the usual script, the race will once again features two summit finishes - Valle del Sol and the iconic Lagunas de Neila - but also Puerto del Escudo, a gruelling 7km climb averaging 9% that comes not far from the finish of the third stage is going to have a big impact on the way the general classification will look on Saturday, when the 48th edition comes to a conclusion.
