The VF Group Bardiani-CSF Faizanè launched the first stage of the UAE Tour by sending two of its athletes on a breakaway: Federico Biagini and Manuele Tarozzi. The two attacked from the early stages, reaching a maximum advantage of 3 minutes. With 30 km to go, Manuele Tarozzi embarked on a solo action, winning the second intermediate sprint. This earned him the leadership of the intermediate sprint classification and the black jersey. His adventure concluded 11 km from the finish, when he was reabsorbed by the main group.

In the extremely long final sprint, Jonathan Milan triumphed, while Alessandro Pinarello finished the race in 15th position. Tomorrow's program includes an individual time trial of 12.2 km, which will have a significant impact on the general classification.