‘Why not try to go for a stage win?’- Remco Evenepoel promises a stage victory in the red jersey at the Vuelta a España

‘I’m full of confidence’ says the Belgian as a second day in the high mountains looms

Remco Evenepoel
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Remco Evenepoel (Quick-Step Alpha Vinyl) was in a relaxed and confident mood after successfully defending his position as race leader on stage eight of the Vuelta a España.

Jay Vine (Alpecin-Deceuninck) took another impressive victory in the mountains of Asturias but Evenepoel looked firmly in control further back down the road behind the Australian. The young Belgian even looked to gain just a second on Enric Mas (Movistar) and Primož Roglič (Jumbo-Visma) as he sprinted for the line at the top of the summit finish. 

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