Bytagand the publication "Coppi, the illustrated myth" – An ode to the Campionissimo"
As the 112th edition of the Tour de France approaches (July 5-27, 2025), immerse yourself in the legendary world of Fausto Coppi with “Coppi, the Illustrated Myth,” a beautiful book by Faustino Coppi, son of the champion, and Salvatore Lombardo, journalist and cycling enthusiast.
Available from July 3, 2025, this book celebrates the 85th anniversary of the legendary career of the “Campionissimo,” which began in 1940.
An exceptional champion
Fausto Coppi, the son of Piedmontese farmers, redefined modern cycling at the age of 20, earning his first victory at the Giro d'Italia in 1940. An exceptional cyclist, an outstanding track cyclist, and an unrivaled climber, he revolutionized training, nutrition, and race strategy. His impressive record—five Giro d'Italias, two Giro de Frances, and more—is accompanied by the aura of a romantic and tragic hero, cut down prematurely after a race in Africa.
« The number one in results is Merckx. But for me there is someone who is above this number one. It is Fausto Coppi, because he manifested himself in conditions that reached the divine, the superhuman. »
— Jacques Goddet, Director of the Tour de France (1937-1988)
An exceptional work
The result of a collaboration between Faustino Coppi and Salvatore Lombardo, a journalist, writer, and cycling expert, this beautifully illustrated book retraces the iconic moments of the Campionissimo's career. Enhanced with previously unpublished documents from the Coppi family's personal collection, it offers an intimate and visual insight into the life of a champion who made history.
About the authors
Faustino Coppi, son of Fausto, passionately perpetuates his father's memory.
Salvatore Lombardo, writer, editor and professor of art history, has published a new book on cycling, following numerous publications on the subject.
Available in bookstores from July 3, 2025, "Coppi, the Illustrated Myth" is a vibrant tribute to a timeless legend, to be discovered just before the start of the Tour de France. Learn more: HERE].
