Italy On This Day

Fascinating stories from each day of the year about the people and events that have shaped the culture and history of Italy

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Showing posts with label Gazzetta dello Sport. Show all posts

Showing posts with label Gazzetta dello Sport. Show all posts

14 October 2024

Learco Guerra - racing cyclist

“Human Locomotive” set record for most wins in one season Learco Guerra's speed in races led to him being nicknamed the "Human Loco...

12 November 2021

Giro di Lombardia - historic cycle race

2021 edition was 115th since inception The finish of the 1911 Giro di Lombardia in Milan, won by Henri Pélissier of France The Giro di Lomba...

11 August 2018

Alfredo Binda - cyclist

Five times Giro winner who was paid not to take part Alfredo Binda is presented with a bouquet after the 1933 Giro. The five-times G...

14 February 2018

Valentina Vezzali – fencer

Police officer is Italy’s most successful female athlete Valentina Vezzali won nine Olympic medals, including six golds, making her ...

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