1982 World Championships, Official Race Poster, Winner – Giuseppe Saronni

Giuseppe Saronni – La fucilata di Goodwood – “The Gunshot of Goodwood”

Step into cycling history with this striking original 1982 World Cycling Championships poster, an electrifying tribute to one of the sport’s most prestigious global events. Captured in full motion, a world champion, wearing the iconic rainbow jersey, powers through an intense crowd, embodying grit, speed, and determination. The vivid photography puts you right at the heart of the race, as spectators cheer just inches from the action. This is more than a poster; it’s a time capsule of the raw energy and passion that defines world-class road racing. 

Set against a sleek gold background, the right-hand side features bold block typography announcing the event in both English and French, along with practical details about admission and scheduling. Held at Goodwood, a legendary venue in British motorsport, the event took place in September 1982, attracting the world’s best cyclists under the sanction of the UCI and the British Cycling Federation. 

Perfect for collectors, cycling fans, or lovers of vintage sports memorabilia, this poster is a rare gem that brings the spirit of competitive cycling into your home, office, or studio. It’s not just a display piece; it’s a celebration of endurance, national pride, and the pursuit of greatness.

The highlight of the championships was the Men’s Professional Road Race on September 5, won by Giuseppe Saronni of Italy. Saronni launched a legendary solo attack on the final climb, dropping all contenders and finishing ahead of Greg LeMond (USA) in second and Sean Kelly (Ireland) in third. The course at Goodwood was praised for its technical demands and racing spectacle, marking only the third time the World Championships were held in the UK. Saronni’s emphatic win became one of the most iconic moments in World Championship history.

This poster has been archivally and professionally linen-backed.

Virtually all original vintage posters of this era were viewed as temporary advertising and were printed on very thin paper. While expensive, linen backing is a conservation method used to mount, stabilize, preserve, and protect vintage posters so they can be displayed or framed without compromising value.

This poster is an original first printing, not a reproduction.

Year: 1995
Artist: N/A

Size: 42 x  58.5 cm (16 ½ x 23 inches) – Linen Backed Archival Mounting

Posters are sold unframed. Framed images are display ideas only.

This is a one-of-a-kind item; please review the photos carefully to determine the condition.