Matxin, the technical director of UAE Emirates XRG, has no doubts: "We have some excellent guys, great riders, and we are in an ideal position in the standings. We came to the Giro with a plan and we intend to respect it, while obviously showing the utmost respect for the pink jersey. Choosing? We'll decide how to respond based on how our opponents attack us, whether it's in the mountains or on flat terrain".