SpainThe eighth stage of the 2026 Vuelta a España cycling race takes place today, featuring a relatively flat route with only one mountain climb, the Barx pass, located 23 kilometers from the finish line. This stage is expected to end in a sprint, benefiting riders specializing in short bursts of speed. The stage starts at 13:40 from Puzol and is scheduled to arrive in Jaraco between 17:20 and 17:40. Broadcast options include RTVE’s Teledeporte, La 1, and La 2, as well as RTVE Play for on-demand viewing. Eurosport also covers the event live through DAZN, Movistar Plus+, and HBO Max. The overall leader, Tadej Pogačar, holds a significant advantage over his closest rival, Enric Mas, but the stage offers opportunities for sprint specialists like Matthew Brennan to win.
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