Nairo Quintana vs Alberto Contador
Nairo Quintana vs Alberto Contador: head-to-head — careers, honours, key numbers and why the rivalry matters.
Why compare Nairo Quintana and Alberto Contador?
The rivalry with Alberto Contador was marked by intense competition in major races, particularly in the Vuelta a España.
Nairo Quintana
Key numbers
- Grand Tours Won2
- Tour de France Podiums2
- Top 10 Grand Tour Finishes12
- Major Stage Race WinsMultiple
Top honours
- Giro d'ItaliaWinner (2014)
- Vuelta a EspañaWinner (2016)
- Tour de France2nd place (2013, 2015)
- Tour of the Basque CountryWinner (2013)
- Vuelta a BurgosWinner (2013, 2014)
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Alberto Contador
Key numbers
- Grand Tours Won7
- Vuelta a España Wins3
- Tour de France Wins2
- Giro d'Italia Wins2
Top honours
- Tour de France2 wins (2007, 2009)
- Giro d'Italia2 wins (2008, 2015)
- Vuelta a España3 wins (2008, 2012, 2014)
- Vélo d'Or4 wins (record)
- Spanish National Time Trial ChampionshipsUnder-23 winner (2001)