Fiorenzo Magni was an Italian professional road racing cyclist.
Magni was born to Giuseppe Magni and Giulia Caciolli, and had an elder sister Fiorenza. He started competing in cycling in 1936, in secret from parents. His early successes became known to locals, including his parents, they allowed him to continue. After the deaths of his father in December 1937, Magni left school to take over his fathers business and provide incomes for the family, yet he continued his cycling workouts.
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