La Vuelta 2022 – How to watch Stage 5 on Wednesday, TV and live stream details, timings and route map

So what’s in store?

More lumps and bumps through the Basque region ahead of a flat and fast finish in Bilbao. The route largely hugs the Atlantic coast as it passes through San Sebastian ahead of three Cat. 3 ascents that precede the finale: two laps around Bilbao including a dual ascent of the Cat. 2 Alto de Vivero.

This could be an exciting day that caters neither for the GC men nor the sprinters. A similar finish in 2016 saw Jens Keukeleire take the spoils.

• Keen to find out a little bit about each of the 21 stages, including the route profiles? Why, step right over here.
• Desperate to know the key dates and stages in the battle for the red jersey – i.e. where La Vuelta 2022 will be won and lost? We’ve got you covered here.
• Only interested in the big names descending on Spain? Here’s our rundown of the GC contenders.
• Or are you simply hoping to see a full startlist, complete with a blurb on each team? Don’t fret, here’s our bumper team guide.

How can I watch La Vuelta on TV and livestream?

Each and every stage will be broadcast on Eurosport and GCN+, bookended by The Breakaway, presented by Orla Chennaoui.

Adam Blythe and Dan Lloyd will also be in the studio, while Laura Meseguer will be on-site speaking to the people that matter.

When is Stage 5

Tune in from 13:30 – 17:15 BST on Wednesday, August 24 to watch Stage 5 of La Vuelta.

Stage 5 profile and route map

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