Pierfrancesco Chili
Motorcycle racer and 1997 champion
Born
June 20th, 1964
61 years ago
Category
Athletes & Sports Figures
Country
Italy
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Competed in the World Superbike Championship and MotoGP. Achieved notable success in the 1997 World Superbike Championship, securing several podium finishes throughout the career. Gained recognition for exceptional skill in motorcycle racing and represented various teams during his tenure in racing circuits across Europe.
Claimed victory in the 1997 World Superbike Championship
Achieved multiple podium finishes in World Superbike races
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