About Carlo Speroni
Lived 1895 – 1969 (aged 74). Carlo Speroni was an Italian marathon runner and long-distance runner.
Carlo Speroni (13 July 1895 – 12 October 1969) was an Italian long-distance runner.
Biography Speroni began competing at the age of 15 and took part in the 1912, 1920 and 1924 Summer Olympics. Nationally he won 12 titles: in the 5000 m (1920, 1921), 10,000 m (1914, 1920, 1921, 1924, 1925), half marathon (1912–1914) and cross country running (1913, 1915). In 1913 he set the Italian record over six miles that stood for 17 years.
In 1936 he became a masseur for the Pro Patria Calcio club, where he worked for 30 years. In 1971 the stadium Stadio Carlo Speroni was named after him.
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Frequently asked questions
Who was Carlo Speroni?
Italian long-distance runner
When was Carlo Speroni born?
Carlo Speroni was born on 13 July 1895 in Busto Arsizio.
When did Carlo Speroni die?
Carlo Speroni died on 12 October 1969 in Busto Arsizio.
What was Carlo Speroni's occupation?
Carlo Speroni was a marathon runner and long-distance runner.
What nationality was Carlo Speroni?
Carlo Speroni was Italian.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Carlo Speroni. https://biography.guide/carlo-speroni/
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