About Pietro Chesi
Lived 1902 – 1944 (aged 41). Pietro Chesi was an Italian sport cyclist.
Pietro Chesi (; 24 November 1902 – 15 August 1944) was an Italian cyclist.
He was a professional from 1925 to 1934 and won Milan–San Remo in 1927 with an attack on the Passo del Turchino. He left the favorite to win, Alfredo Binda, 9 minutes behind.
A supporter of Mussolini and a member of the Blackshirts, Chesi was captured by anti-fascist partisans, who later executed him.
Major results 1926 6th Giro dell'Umbria 1927 1st Milan–San Remo 1928 6th Milan–San Remo 10th Overall Giro d'Italia 10th Overall Giro della Provincia di Reggio Calabria
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Frequently asked questions
Who was Pietro Chesi?
Italian cyclist (1902–1944)
When was Pietro Chesi born?
Pietro Chesi was born on 24 November 1902 in Gambassi Terme.
When did Pietro Chesi die?
Pietro Chesi died on 15 August 1944 in Florence.
What was Pietro Chesi's occupation?
Pietro Chesi was a sport cyclist.
What nationality was Pietro Chesi?
Pietro Chesi was Italian.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Pietro Chesi. https://biography.guide/pietro-chesi/
MLA: "Pietro Chesi." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/pietro-chesi/.
Chicago: "Pietro Chesi." Biography.guide. https://biography.guide/pietro-chesi/.
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