Today will start from Viareggio, the eleventh stage of the Giro d'Italia 108. Also this year, for the 23rd consecutive year, Banca Mediolanum is the official sponsor of the Mountain Grand Prix, reconfirming its connection with the Blue Jersey and one of the most beloved sporting events by Italians.

Confirmed also for 2025 a new edition of "A Ride Within the Ride", the amateur cycling initiative dedicated to clients and cycling enthusiasts, organized by Banca Mediolanum along the Giro d'Italia stages. A unique opportunity to experience the Giro atmosphere firsthand, anticipating the race and cycling alongside the great champions who made Italian cycling history: Alessandro Ballan, Francesco Moser and Dalia Muccioli.

The appointment is Wednesday, May 21st in Castelnovo ne' Monti, at the Mediolanum stand in via Fratelli Cervi, at 11:30 AM. The cycling ride will start at 12:00, with arrival expected on the line where professionals will soon compete for victory, after a 40 km hilly route. The initiative was organized by Andrea Zini, Emilia Regional Manager of Banca Mediolanum.

"STORIES ON TWO WHEELS: A CHAMPION'S WORD"

In the heart of the Reggio Apennines, the Giro d'Italia meets a place where spirituality merges with nature: the Sanctuary of the Nativity of the Blessed Virgin Mary of Bismantova, a symbol of challenge and beauty and today a silent witness to another great ascent. The stage in Castelnovo ne' Monti tests Alessandro Ballan, Francesco Moser and Dalia Muccioli and then all the "girini", the racing cyclists, while the sanctuary remains a silent witness to their determination, uniting sporting effort with spiritual contemplation in a land that, like the Giro, lives on climbs, effort and pride.

From these emotions is born "Stories on Two Wheels: A Champion's Word", the new space curated by Banca Mediolanum. In each stage, one of our testimonials will share a memory, an anecdote, a personal connection with the places crossed by the Giro. A collective narrative made of roads, effort and beauty, where every pedal stroke speaks of passion, memory and pride.

"FRAGILE, BUT POWERFUL": MEDIOLANUM FOUNDATION'S PROJECT FOR THE FUTURE OF CHILDREN WITH NEUROLOGICAL DISABILITIES

In 2025, Mediolanum Foundation renews its commitment to childhood by supporting "Fragile, but Powerful", the new fundraising campaign of the year. The project aims to provide 1,064 children with complex neurological conditions and their families with a personalized rehabilitation and support path, in collaboration with three excellent organizations: Don Gnocchi Foundation, Fight The Stroke Foundation and TOG Foundation.

"Fragile, but Powerful" targets minors living with cognitive, motor and communication difficulties, caused by genetic, congenital lesions or perinatal trauma. The campaign will offer them access to innovative rehabilitation treatments, integrated with traditional techniques, with the goal of bringing out and enhancing their unexpressed potential. The project also includes a dedicated psychological support path for parents, to help them in the delicate task of raising and supporting a child with complex disabilities. Also this year, Mediolanum Foundation will double the first 60,000 euros raised, multiplying the impact of each donation.

The Giro d'Italia will be a special opportunity to raise awareness across the entire national territory, bringing the project's message directly to people and promoting a culture of care and inclusion.

www.fondazionemediolanum.it