30 May 1999 Marco Pantani wins on Oropa

Marco Pantani and Laurent Jalabert climbing Oropa in the 15th stage of Giro d'Itali 1999.

Marco Pantani, leader of the general classification since the 14th stage finished first on the top of Oropa on the 30th of May in 1999. The ascent leading to the Sanctuary of Oropa (Santuatio di Oropa)   introduced to Giro d’Italia in 1963. Vico Taccone reached the top first. In 1993, Massimo Ghirotto was the fastest … Read more

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