Gino Bartali
Posted: Fri May 09, 2014 7:09 amWell this is a fascinating read!
http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/magazine-27333310
http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/magazine-27333310
What do you know. A hidden depth added to a persona you thought you knew a lot if not all about.
Gino Bartali is remembered mainly for his story of friendship-hate with Fausto Coppi, another historical cyclist of great accomplishments, back in those days. This adds a more personal and humane side to him.
...on my left the TV is relaying the Giro d'Italia right after the Stelvio and on its way to the finishing line of today's leg of the Giro... a must see for an Italian guy.