Marco Bortolami

Rugby player and Italy team captain

Marco Bortolami - Rugby player and Italy team captain
Born

June 12th, 1980
45 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

Italy

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Played as a lock and flanker in rugby union. Accumulated over 100 caps for the Italian national team from 2000 to 2013. Participated in three Rugby World Cups in 2003, 2007, and 2011. Served as captain of the national team during various international competitions. Had a notable club career in Italy and England, playing for teams such as Aironi and Gloucester.

Played in three Rugby World Cups

Accumulated over 100 caps for Italy

Served as captain of the national team

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