Let's Not Be Unfair to Movistar

The author of this article declares himself generally opposed to making comparisons between cycling and football, although he acknowledges that many cycling enthusiasts reject ball sports and prefer to focus on the achievements accomplished through pedaling throughout the year. However, the columnist decided to make an exception, taking advantage of the break provided by the rest day of the Vuelta a España to recover energy. The introductory text anticipates a reflection on the Movistar team, suggesting that the author intends to defend this formation from possible criticism or injustices. The article thus serves as an entry point for an opinion column that has not yet developed its central theme.