Franco Pellizotti

Italian road racing cyclist, Giro d'Italia

Franco Pellizotti - Italian road racing cyclist, Giro d'Italia
Born

January 15th, 1978
47 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

Italy

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A road racing cyclist participated in professional cycling from 2001 to 2015. Competed in grand tours, achieving notable success in the Giro d'Italia and the Tour de France. Earned a reputation for climbing ability and performance in mountainous stages. Faced controversies, including a suspension due to doping allegations, but returned to competition after appeal. Achieved numerous victories in Italian races throughout career.

Won the mountains classification at the Giro d'Italia in 2009

Finished third in the overall standings of the 2009 Giro d'Italia

Competed in the 2008 and 2009 Tour de France

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