The Giro del Piemonte, since 2009 known also as Gran Piemonte, is a semi classic European

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held in the

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, Italy. The race first took place in 1906. Since 2005, the race has been organised as a

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event on the

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. It is usually held a few days before the more important race

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. In 2007, the race was not ridden because of sponsorship problems, but in 2008 it was back again. The 2013 edition was again cancelled due to financial problems.

Winners

Wins per country

References

External links

* {{DEFAULTSORT:Giro Del Piemonte UCI Europe Tour races Cycle races in Italy Classic cycle races Recurring sporting events established in 1906 1906 establishments in Italy Sport in Piedmont Giro del Piemonte