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Monte Grappa in the program of Giro d’Italia
Monte Grappa sits in the Veneto region, and depending on the route taken, it can be incredibly brutal—like the route from Semonzo, which averages around… Read More »Monte Grappa in the program of Giro d’Italia
“The day when men cried: Merckx’s monumental triumph on the Tre Cime di Lavaredo (Giro d’Italia 1968)
On June 1, 1968, during the 51st edition of the Giro d’Italia, the cycling world witnessed one of the most iconic performances in Grand Tour… Read More »“The day when men cried: Merckx’s monumental triumph on the Tre Cime di Lavaredo (Giro d’Italia 1968)
Every time Giro d’Italia startad abroad
1965 – San Marino 1966 – Monte Carlo, Monaco 1973 – Verviers, Belgium 1974 – Vatican City (Technically foreign, though within Rome.) 1996 – Athens,… Read More »Every time Giro d’Italia startad abroad
Faces from the Giro d’Italia peloton: Wladimiro Panizza
Wladimiro Panizza (5 June 1945 – 21 June 2002) was an Italian professional road cyclist renowned for his endurance, climbing prowess, and unwavering dedication over… Read More »Faces from the Giro d’Italia peloton: Wladimiro Panizza
The symbolic role of Triest during the Giro d’Italia in 1946
Giro d’Italia 1946 was the first edition of the race held after World War II, and Italy was in a state of flux. The country… Read More »The symbolic role of Triest during the Giro d’Italia in 1946
5 fun facts about Giro d’Italia 1919
The 7th Giro d’Italia (21 May -June 8 1919) was won by Costante Girardengo. This was the first overal Giro victory of the first Campionissimo.
5 fun facts about Giro d’Italia 1973
The 56th Giro d’Italia (18 May -9 June 1973) started with a 5,2 km long prologue from Belgium. Triumphing at the race after winning Vuelta… Read More »5 fun facts about Giro d’Italia 1973
Faces from the Giro d’Italia peloton: Joseph Magnani, an American at the Giro
Born in the USA to Italian emigrant parents, Joseph Magnani was raised in South-East France, where he started partipating in cycling competitions. No wonder, his… Read More »Faces from the Giro d’Italia peloton: Joseph Magnani, an American at the Giro
5 fun facts about Giro d’Italia 1946
The 29th Giro d’Italia (15 June-7 July 1946) was the first edition of the Italian grand tour after Workd War II. 72 riders, only… Read More »5 fun facts about Giro d’Italia 1946