Italy is a true cradle of talent in the history of cycling. While it is true that its greatest legends competed in the 20th century, with the exception of
Vincenzo Nibali, they also have many names to take into account in recent years. We would like to take the opportunity to make this article about the best Italians who have competed since January 1, 2001.
For this, we take into account only and exclusively from that date onwards. That's why there are some achievements less for
Paolo Bettini,
Davide Rebellin or
Alessandro Petacchi. It's not that we have forgotten, it's just that the results from last century don't count. Those we have also taken into account are names like those of
Ivan Basso or the sadly deceased
Michele Scarponi.