Franco Pellizotti

Franco Pellizotti is an Italian former professional cyclist and the current director of Bahrain-Victorious. Known for his climbing abilities, Pellizotti had a successful career, including a notable win at the 2009 Giro d'Italia where he earned the coveted mountain jersey. In the recent Giro, he expressed deep concern over the injury sustained by his rider Antonio Tiberi, highlighting the unpredictable nature of cycling, especially in challenging conditions.