Unexpectedly, Stage 12 of the Vuelta a España 2024 saw a rare moment of restraint from top contenders Ben O’Connor and Primoz Roglic. Both riders chose to hold back, saving their strength for the grueling stages still to come. However, the day was anything but uneventful. In a powerful and emotional moment, Pablo Castrillo of Team Kern Pharma seized victory, dedicating the win to the memory of their late founder, Manolo Azcona. We highlight the best moments of the stage. Presented by @buycycle_c