Urbano Cairo, President of RCS MediaGroup: “Celebrating the 150th anniversary of Milano–Torino in such a prestigious setting as the Museo Nazionale del Cinema means paying tribute to the oldest race in the world, which still carries great competitive and symbolic value. Milano–Torino represents an extraordinary heritage of international cycling and continues, year after year, to renew itself while preserving its identity. Tomorrow in Superga, as tradition dictates, we expect a great crowd, confirming the strong bond and the powerful message of this sport. As RCS MediaGroup, we are proud to preserve and promote this history, and the champions present here testify to how this race remains a benchmark today, just as it has been throughout its 150-year history“.
Stefano Lo Russo, Mayor of Torino: “We are truly delighted to welcome the finish of Milano–Torino in Superga on this important 150th anniversary, which makes it the oldest cycling race ever. Cycling is a truly popular sport, accessible to everyone and widely loved, also in our city, where in recent years we have hosted top-level competitions such as the Giro d’Italia, the Tour de France, and the Vuelta. It is an individual sport with a strong team spirit and also embodies a powerful metaphor: you reach the finish line only through commitment, effort and determination—one pedal stroke at a time“.
Andrea Orlandi, Mayor of Rho, and Alessandra Borghetti, Councillor for Sport: “For the Municipality of Rho, it is a true honour to host the start of Milano–Torino on the 150th anniversary of this cycling classic loved by so many fans. We are organizing a real celebration, where the protagonists will be the riders and hundreds of children who look up to these athletes with admiration and respect for their commitment and perseverance. They are role models for new generations and for everyone who loves this discipline. We remember the champions of the past and those of today, while looking ahead to those who, tomorrow, may find in cycling a way to fully embrace the core values of sport”.
Alberto Contador: “Milano–Torino has always been a special race for me because throughout my career I have mainly targeted victories in the Grand Tours or in week-long stage races, and this is the only one-day race I have ever won. I came out of the Vuelta in great form, and as soon as the climb to Superga began, I realized I was feeling very strong. I will always remember the support from the fans at the summit“.
Mark Cavendish: “My victory in 2022 was both beautiful and important, as it marked my return to winning in Italy. I have always loved racing in this country, where I also lived for a few years, and I hold all the races close to my heart, including Milano–Torino. Italian cycling has many talented riders coming through, as well as established champions like Filippo Ganna, and I am sure we will continue to celebrate the achievements of Italian riders in the years to come“.
Francesco Moser: “I raced Milano–Torino for the first time in 1973, when we started from Milan, passed through Superga and finished at the Velodrome. I fondly remember the Centenary edition, won by Vladimiro Panizza, and of course the 1983 edition, which I managed to win. For an event, reaching 150 years is extremely significant. Great riders have passed through here; routes and roads have changed, but its charm remains intact“.
Davide Cassani: “I carry the Milano–Torino in my heart because I was not a great winner, but in 1991 it marked the peak of a particularly positive period for me. This race is a journey through the history of cycling, starting from the very first edition—with the eight heroes who set off on their velocipedes—right up to the outstanding champions of this era. The course is perfectly suited to this type of rider, capable of delivering excitement in every race, and on Superga they will put on a great show”.
