Not the hardest stage of the Giro but you’re going to have to want to win to put the effort into keeping the break in check. UAE have the line up to work for Pog on the false flat but I’m guessing it will be a big break and UAE will save themselves for stage 20.
The final climb is difficult enough to rule out non climby types but guys like Ala or Schultz can last here. Assuming it is a day for the break, it’s likely to be more tactical than just the strongest climber so 2 or more in the break from one team might swing it. Leemreize has impressed me with his climbing and 3rd week strength so please don’t take him.
Good luck all!
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