Primož Roglič, riding for Red Bull–Bora–Hansgrohe, is poised to recover some time lost on the challenging gravel stage in the upcoming time trial. His strongest competition will come from the dominant UAE Team Emirates–XRG, led by Juan Ayuso, who aims to stay close to Roglič or even surpass him. All eyes will also be on Isaac Del Toro, who is motivated by wearing the Maglia Rosa, as he faces this crucial test against the clock. Another contender to watch is Antonio Tiberi from Bahrain Victorious, who is in the mix for the overall standings.
Joshua Tarling from Ineos Grenadiers is regarded as the top favorite for the stage victory, showcasing his expertise as a time trial specialist. However, competitors such as European champion Edoardo Affini from Visma | Lease a Bike, Mathias Vacek from Lidl-Trek, and the revitalized Wout van Aert, also from Visma | Lease a Bike, are expected to challenge him after joining the event with strong performances.
As the race unfolds, fans can anticipate an exciting battle among these elite cyclists, highlighting the unpredictable nature of competitive cycling. The time trial will serve not only as a test of speed and endurance but will be crucial in determining the standings as the competition heats up.