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Pavel Tonkov Signed, 1996 Giro d'Itlaia Pink Podium Jersey
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Pavel Tonkov Signed, 1996 Giro d’Itlaia Pink Podium Jersey

$525.00

Signed by Pavel Tonkov
Authentic, 1996 Giro d’Italia Podium Jersey

The 1996 Giro d’Italia began without the defending champion, Tony Rominger, or fan favorite Marco Pantani, setting the stage for a wide-open competition. Media attention focused on three key contenders: Evgeni Berzin, Abraham Olano, and Pavel Tonkov. Additionally, Swiss rider Pascal Richard was considered a strong candidate for a high placement in the general classification due to the mountainous terrain in the final week.

The prestigious maglia rosa changed hands multiple times throughout the race, with five different riders wearing the leader’s jersey before Pavel Tonkov ultimately seized control. Tonkov first claimed the pink jersey after his victory in Stage 13 and held it for the remainder of the race, except for a brief loss to Olano at the end of Stage 20 by a margin of just 46 hundredths of a second. However, he reclaimed it the very next day and secured overall victory.

Italian rider Enrico Zaina finished second, while Spain’s Abraham Olano completed the podium in third. In the other classifications, Mariano Piccoli of Brescialat dominated the mountains classification, while Fabrizio Guidi of Scrigno–Gaerne triumphed in both the points and intergiro classifications. Carrera Jeans–Tassoni emerged as the best team, winning the team classification.

All jerseys are sold unframed. Framed images are display ideas only.

Size: L

Chest: 38 inches / 96 cm  (19  inches / 48 cm measured armpit to armpit)

Length: 28 1/2 in / 72.5 cm

Maker: Santini, Made in Italy
60% Polyester – 40% Nylon

Each jersey is one of a kind; please look carefully at the photos to determine the condition.

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SKU: JR-100206 Category: Tags: , , ,

Description

Pavel Tonkov

Tonkov at the 1996 Giro (Source: bikeraceinfo.com)

Pavel Tonkov, born on February 9, 1969, in Izhevsk, Russia, is a former professional cyclist known for his strength as both a climber and a time trialist, making him a formidable contender in stage races. After a successful amateur career representing the Soviet Union, he turned professional in 1992 with Russ-Baikal before moving to Lampre.

Tonkov’s greatest triumph came in the 1996 Giro d’Italia, where he became the first Russian to win a Grand Tour. The Giro remained his favorite race, as he finished in the top ten an impressive nine times across eleven participations. He also placed second in both the 1997 and 1998 editions, often battling against Marco Pantani in one of the defining rivalries of the late 1990s.

Beyond the Giro, Tonkov secured notable victories, including the 1995 Tour de Suisse, making him the first Russian to claim that title. However, success at the Tour de France eluded him—despite three attempts, he was unable to finish the race.

Tonkov continued competing at a high level until his retirement in 2005. His final victories came that year with the LPR team, where he won both the opening stage and overall classification of the Clásica de Alcobendas. Known for his competitive spirit, he made headlines in the 2004 Giro d’Italia when he defiantly gestured at the cameras following his Stage 17 victory, expressing frustration with the media.

A true stage race specialist, Tonkov’s legacy remains tied to his Giro d’Italia triumph and his consistent presence among the top contenders of the 1990s.

Source: Wikipedia.fr

Additional information

Weight 2 lbs

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