This morning, Francesco Alzati passed away, the creator of the famous Stramilano. Francesco was a great friend, with whom I shared many years of ski racing in the same club, the Fior di Roccia together with a wonderful group of people passionate for mountain sports. Above all it is the enthusiasm and great energy of this special man that will be missed. Always ready to invent something new, and open to new experiences and activities, he always lead a healthy life, in touch with nature and maintained a thin and energetic form: destiny took him too early. Him, the symbol of a man who dedicated his existence to sport.
I remember emotionally when he decided to dedicate his life to Sramilano, the most famous of the city marathons. The start of the first edition was in the evening, behind viale Zara, and we were only a small group of friends full of enthusiasm. The reinforcements were limited to a little broth and hot tea, with a few cookies and some fruit: how simple and what joy in the work we all did together! Thank you Francesco for what you gave to us, but thank you above all for what you left for us: the example of a life lived with passion and honesty and many unforgettable memories. An affectionate hug to the family and in particular to his son Andrea, who continues his father’s efforts and with whom we have brought life to the first edition of New Frontier. Stay close to us Francesco, to help us move forward and extend a hand to disabled persons who want to participate in sport, with your great passion.
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