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About Mario Cipollini
The sprinting prowess, dominance, and attractive looks of Mario Cipollini, a former Italian professional road cyclist, are what made him so well-known.
Early Life
Mario Cipollini, who hails from a cycling family, was a prolific winner, amassing over 120 victories in amateur and age group competitions before switching to the professional peloton in 1989.
Marriage
In 1993, he wed Sabrina Landucci but the pair divorced in 2005.
Career
He led the race on the fastest stage in Tour history in 1999. He took home 12 Tour de France and 3 Vuelta a Espaa stage victories. In 2002, he raced in 42 stages of the Giro d'Italia, the Road World Championships and Milan-San Remo. At the 2008 Tour of California, the Rock Racing team marked his return to professional cycling.
Controversy
He was disqualified from Gent-Wevelgem for hurling his water bottle at a race commissaire in 2003.
Trivia
The Italian cyclist has gone by a number of nicknames, including "Il Re Leone", "Super Mario" or simply “Cipo”.
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F.A.Q. about Mario Cipollini
When is his birthday?
Mario Cipollini's birthday is on March 22, 1967.
In how many days is his birthday?
Mario's birthday is in 331 days
How old is he?
He is 57 years old.
Where is Mario from?
He was born in Lucca, Italy.
What is Mario Cipollini's height?
He is 6′ 2″ (1.89m) tall.