Below are some interesting facts about the “Giro d’Italia”:

The Italian public broadcaster airs the race. Rai 2, Rai Sport HD, Radio 1, Radio 1 Sport, RaiPlay, and various social apps cover it.

The race will pass through many places. It starts in Durrës and ends in Rome, going through the Vatican. The total distance is 3,433 kilometers with a height difference of 52,350 meters.

The official song is “Nel blu dipinto di blu.” Gianna Nannini reinterprets it. Past themes were by Raphael Gualazzi and Jovanotti.

RAI will broadcast the full race day. It will show all stages, the “Processo alla Tappa” program, a full report at 10:00 p.m., and highlights near midnight.

RAI’s CEO, Giampaolo Rossi, says public television is key to Italy’s memory and identity. The Giro tells the nation’s story and connects generations.

A major highlight this year is the final stage in Rome. “It’s a meaningful last stop,” says Paolo Bellino, CEO of RCS Sports & Events. “Pope Francis himself asked us to start from the Vatican. We will film inside its walls for the first time,” he adds.

Three voices will commentate the Giro: Francesco Pancani, technical expert Stefano Garzelli, and writer Fabio Genovesi.

Giada Borgato and Stefano Rizzato will report from motorcycles during the race.

RaiPlay plays a central role. It offers live and on-demand broadcasts and archives past Giro races for viewers to watch and rewatch.

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