


Favourite training area: Tuscany, Chianti hills
Favourite one-day race: Amstel Gold Race
Favourite stage race: Giro d'Italia
Childhood sports hero: Marco Pantani, Valentino Rossi
Best warm-up music: Max Pezzali - 883
Favourite healthy food: White pasta with good olive oil
Favourite cheat meal: Mexican nachos
Hobbies: Gardening