The 2016 Vuelta a Espana was a great duel between Brit Chris Froome and Colombian Nairo Quintana. Despite lacking uphill, the race against the clock put Froome in a favorable position going into the second half of the race. However, on his way to Formigal, Froome faced an ambush by Movistar and SaxoBank.

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