Enric Mas and Nairo Quintana headline Movistar's hunt for Vuelta a Espana victory

Movistar has dropped a fantastic '8' for the Vuelta a España where they will try to take the overall classification victory. Enric Mas is looking to capitalize on a mountainous route in the team's home Grand Tour and alongside him will be talented climbers such as Nairo Quintana and Einer Rubio.

Mas had the goal of racing the Tour-Vuelta combo this season with success, something he has done in the past. The Spaniard, who has already finished second in the Vuelta on three occasions, is coming back for more at the helm of Movistar. At the Tour de France he struggled with form in the first half but showed himself very strong in the final week, coming close to taking a stage win. He is a contender for the final podium in a race where he usually finds his best level.

Supporting him will be Nairo Quintana, who has been having to battle injuries and illnesses all season long - including recently at the Vuelta a Burgos, the crash on stage 2 wrecked his chances of putting on a strong performance. He still finished the race and will look to put on a ride such as the one that almost saw him win at the Giro earlier this year. At the Giro Einer Rubio put on a very consistent and strong performance that saw him finish seventh in the overall classification, he could come as a luxury domestique or second GC card for the team.

Oier Lazkano will have free role to hunt stage wins and there will be tons of opportunities for the rider who can climb, ride the classics and on flat roads as well as most in the peloton. Carlos Canal should have a similar role but look for results in the sprints that can take place on the hilly days. Completing the lineup are experienced rouleurs Nelson Oliveira and Jorge Arcas who, combined, already have 13 Vueltas under their belt.

Movistar Team for Vuelta a España:

Enric Mas
Nairo Quintana
Einer Rubio
Pelayo Sánchez
Oier Lazkano
Carlos Canal
Nelson Oliveira
Jorge Arcas