May marks the transition from the Classics to stage racing for the Women's WorldTour, and with it comes some tired legs from a full calendar of one-day events but a refreshed readiness for the big stage of the season's opening Grand Tour.
The Vuelta Femenina, May 4-10, features 41 debutants out of a field of 146 riders. Most of the new faces competing across northern Spain will try to make a name for themselves on the varied terrain, showcasing their endurance and putting lessons learned from the spring into action.
