Fabio Baldato
Italian Cyclist and Olympic Competitor
Born
June 13th, 1968
56 years ago
Category
Athletes & Sports Figures
Country
Italy
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Competed in professional cycling, with significant participation in prestigious events. Achieved notable success in national and international competitions. Represented Italy in the 1996 Summer Olympics in Atlanta. Guilted medals and championships during a career spanning over a decade, primarily focused on road racing. Contributed to team successes in various cycling tours and races.
Participated in the 1996 Summer Olympics
Won stages in the Giro d'Italia
Claimed victories in national road championships
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