This jersey was worn during the ninth stage of the Vuelta a España, a 178-kilometre stage between Motril and Granada. In hot conditions, the peloton rode three first-category climbs, including the double climb of the steep Alto de Hazallanas. Right after the start of the stage, Van Aert was part of the early breakaway consisting of 26 riders. The wearer of the green points jersey was joined at the front by some strong climbers and had to let go on the first categorised climb of the day.