Almeida will be well supported, with climbers
João Almeida and
Rafal Majka by his side, both of which have shown tremendous climbing performances this year. However, as is traditional, UAE will bring a heap of puncheurs and classics riders, all of which can thrive in such terrain. On their best day,
Marc Hirschi and
Alessandro Covi would also be candidates for the win here.
Davide Formolo and
Diego Ulissi complete the squad, riders who have recently also shown great form ahead of the race.
UAE Team Emirates for Il Lombardia: Tadej Pogacar, João Almeida, Alessandro Covi, Davide Formolo, Marc Hirschi, Rafal Majka and Diego Ulissi.
