On Wednesday, May 20th, the eleventh stage Porcari-Chiavari of the 109th Giro d'Italia will be preceded by a new edition of "A Tour Within the Tour", the amateur cycling initiative dedicated to Banca Mediolanum clients and cycling enthusiasts, organized along the route of the pink race. In 2026, Banca Mediolanum renews, for the 24th consecutive year, its support for the Giro d'Italia as the official sponsor of the Mountain Prize, confirming its bond with the Azure Jersey and with one of the most followed and participated sporting events in the country. "A Tour Within the Tour" offers participants the opportunity to experience the atmosphere of the race up close, anticipating the passage of the professionals and pedaling along the stage route.

CHIAVARI, THE STAGE OF INGENUITY

In this eighth stage of 2026, Alessandro Ballan and Francesco Moser, protagonists of some of the most significant pages in the history of Italian cycling, will pedal alongside the participants along a route that leads from Sestri Levante to Chiavari, crossing a territory that has built its identity on ingenuity, the ability to innovate, and commercial tradition while remaining always connected to its roots. A territory particularly dear to Maurizio Fondriest, who conquered a stage of the Giro d'Italia Under 23 in Chiavari in 1986 and who today, in his work with young cyclists, continues to transmit the value of gradual and conscious growth. An approach that also accompanies Banca Mediolanum's commitment in the world of cycling, confirmed by its presence as a sponsor of the 2026 Giro Next Gen dedicated to the young talents of the future. The meeting point is at the Banca Mediolanum stand in Sestri Levante on Via Mino Bozzano, at 10:45 AM, with the cycling ride departure set for 11:20 AM. Arrival is expected in Chiavari, on the same finish line that shortly after will see the competition between professionals conclude on a hilly route. The initiative is organized by the Chiavari Family Banker Office, a place of value and custodian of relationships, where listening and trust have always represented the principles at the base of Banca Mediolanum's consulting model. Over the last 24 years, this bond has translated into an increasingly widespread presence in the territory: Banca Mediolanum has grown in Liguria, where it now has 10 Family Banker Offices, 79 consultants, and almost 21,000 clients (Data source: Banca Mediolanum Business Intelligence office as of 04/30/2026). A growth that is not only numerical, but an expression of a relationship built over time founded on being a community.

"TOWARDS AUTONOMY" THE MEDIOLANUM FOUNDATION PROJECT FOR CHILDREN WITH AUTISM

In 2026, Mediolanum Foundation renews its commitment to minors by supporting "Towards Autonomy", the year's new fundraising initiative. The project was created to guarantee 152 minors on the autism spectrum and their families a complete, coherent, and continuous growth path, in collaboration with three reference organizations: Anffas Nazionale ETS APS, Renato Piatti Foundation, and Angsa APS ETS. "Towards Autonomy" is aimed at children and young people with neurodevelopmental disorders, with the objective of accompanying them in the growth of communicative, relational, and personal skills, promoting the achievement of the widest possible degree of self-determination. The project includes educational, workshop, and experiential activities, aimed at increasing self-management skills and basic autonomy, together with dedicated support for families, to assist them in daily management and reduce their emotional burden. This year too, Mediolanum Foundation will double the first 60,000 euros collected, contributing to expanding the impact of the initiative. The Giro d'Italia will be an opportunity to raise public awareness throughout the national territory, bringing the project's message to people and promoting a culture of inclusion and autonomy.