TONY CAIROLI AT MONZA RALLY SHOW

And here is the third "ace" promised by Movisport for the Monza Rally Show, taking place from December 6 to 8. Following Nikolay Gryazin and Sami Pajari, another beloved name joins the lineup—none other than Tony Cairoli, a motocross legend and nine-time world champion, who is no stranger to rally racing.

Cairoli exemplifies the versatility of an elite athlete, excelling across various motorsport disciplines thanks to his natural talent and competitive mindset. His participation in the Monza Rally Show 2024 further cements his legendary status, drawing attention from fans and motorsport enthusiasts alike.

Cairoli, who raced under the Movisport banner last year at Rallylegend, has taken part in multiple editions of the Monza Rally Show, competing against professional drivers and other renowned athletes. He has consistently delivered strong performances, impressing with his quick adaptation to rally driving.

Here are Cairoli’s words following the announcement of his participation: "We’re excited to return to Monza, an event I’ve always enjoyed. Since it’s not a traditional rally, it’s easier for us, who only race once every two years without testing, to approach. It’s a race followed by many fans, and the circuit allows direct interaction with the spectators. That’s the spirit we love about Monza; we’re there to have fun and put on a show, which is what we aim for in these kinds of events. We enjoy ourselves, connect with the sponsors who support us, and offer some entertainment to those who come to watch us.”

Cairoli will drive a Skoda Fabia RS Rally2, prepared by Delta Rally, with Eleonora Mori from Veneto as his co-driver—a pairing seen previously at Monza in 2018 and Rallylegend 2023. This endeavor is made possible thanks to a partnership between Movisport, Delta Rally, and SPOTUP, alongside Graphic Service Srl, a company based in San Lazzaro di Savena (Bologna), specializing in innovative and professional solutions in digital printing and graphic services. For years, Graphic Service has been a key player for individuals, businesses, and professionals seeking high-quality, customized products.

The car's livery will feature Airlite technology, an eco-friendly mineral paint that purifies the air, sanitizes surfaces, and promotes healthier environments. This sustainable, non-polluting paint is produced using 100% renewable energy sources, ensuring it is both planet-friendly and health-conscious.

The Monza Rally Show will kick off on Friday, December 6, with a 2.46 km Shakedown, and conclude on Sunday, December 8, with the Masters' Show starting at 1:00 PM.

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PAJARI, PADDON AND CRUGNOLA: CHAMPIONS AT THE START OF THE MONZA RALLY SHOW

A world champion, the one from WRC2, a European champion and the fresh 4-time Italian overall rally champion: Finland's Sami Pajari, New Zealand's Hayden Paddon, the first non-European in 2023 to boast the continental title, and Andrea Crugnola from Varese, from 2022 master of the tricolor where he had already imposed himself in 2020. These names are already enough to give an idea of the caliber of the participants in the Monza Rally Show scheduled at the Autodromo Nazionale Monza from December 6 to 8. In addition to the three aforementioned drivers, who will be at the wheel of Toyota Yaris GR, Hyundai i20 N Rally 2 and Citroen C3 RALLY2 respectively, fans will also be able to admire other heavy names in Italian and international rallying: e.g. Nikolay Gryazin (Skoda Fabia Rs), who ended the WRC2 World Championship on the third step of the podium after winning the final race in Japan, or CIAR protagonists such as Slovenian Bostjan Avbelj, who races with an Italian license aboard a Skoda Fabia Rs Rally2, already champion of the 2023 Promotion tricolor series, and Alberto Dall'Era (Volkswagen Polo). Among the crews, symbolizing the racing dynasties, Matteo (21) and Luigi Fontana, grandson at the wheel and grandfather (76), already an excellent rally driver, at the reading of the notes: they will be on board a Toyota GR Yaris Rally2. Also at the start is Alessandro Perico, another strange name in the national rally scene and the Monza Rally Show: the 48-year-old will line up in a Skoda Fabia RS. Also at the start will be Rachele Somaschini, testimonial of the Cystic Fibrosis Research Foundation and winner of the 2024 European Rally Tour: in Monza she will be at the wheel of her C3. There will also be no shortage of champions who move from the steering wheel to reading the notes, such as Piero Longhi, former tricolor champion in the past, who will navigate Stefano Ruoppolo (Skloda Fabia) or Luca Rossetti, who will sit next to Pietro Porro (Toyota Yaris). As is tradition at the Monza Rally Show, other sports champions such as Vincenzo Nibali, the Shark, who is one of seven cyclists to have won at least one edition of the three Grand Tours: the Vuelta (2010), Giro d'Italia (2013-16) and Tour de France (2014), are among the entrants. The Sicilian will be at the wheel of a Toyota Yaris GR R1 T4x4.

And there is no shortage of racers on the list either: Kevin Gilardoni, star of the Italian GT Championship with Lamborghini, who will drive a Citroen C3 here; Marco Butti, also involved in GT Endurance with Honda, and entered here in another C3. Among the protagonists of the TCR Italy, he lines up, instead, the Venetian Filippo Barberi, who from the Audi RS3 switches on this occasion at the wheel of a Skoda Fabia RS Rally 2. The Monza Rally Show includes, in addition to the shakedown, 9 special stages for a total of 154.20 timed km. The top three finishers plus the 9 drivers with the best times in PS Autodromo 1 and Autodromo 2 and the top two finishers in the Yaris Trophy will take part in the Masters' Show which is scheduled for Sunday, December 8 on the main straight. Tickets can be purchased at www.monzanet.it e ticketone.it

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