The Palio di Legnano 2024 proved to be an unforgettable event, capable of exciting and involving all participants and spectators. A success that confirms the vitality of this event and its fundamental role in preserving the history and traditions of Legnano.
LEGNANO – The curtain falls on the Palio di Legnano 2024 with the resounding victory of the Contrada Legnarello, which wins the prize for the second time in a row, consolidating its dominance in recent years. An edition full of emotions, tradition and entertainment which saw the eight Legnano districts compete in an exciting horse race which captured the attention of thousands of spectators.
A Palio fought from start to finish
From the first meters of the final, played this morning, Sunday 26 May at the Campo del Palio, the Contrada Legnarellowith the jockey Antonio Siri on the back of the horse Shave, took the lead of the race, demonstrating noteworthy grit and determination. Despite numerous overtaking attempts by the other districts, Legnarello maintained the lead of the race until the finish line, crossing the red ribbon with a significant advantage.
The explosion of joy of the Legnaresi
A roar of joy welcomed Legnarello’s arrival at the finish line, coloring the sky yellow and red, the colors of the winning district. The Contrada people of Legnarello, jubilant and moved, were finally able to celebrate their triumph, aware of having written another glorious page in the history of the Palio. Legnarello’s victory represents an important milestone, which confirms the value and preparation of the district, capable of excelling both in sporting competition and in the valorization of traditions.
A Palio that unites and celebrates history
In addition to Legnarello’s victory, the 2024 Palio di Legnano also saw the success of Giosuè Carboni of the Contrada La Flora, awarded as best jockey, and of Shave, Legnarello’s horse, who won the title of best horse.
But the Palio di Legnano is much more than a simple horse racing competition. It is an event that unites the community, which celebrates the history and traditions of the city, which offers emotions and moments of sharing. The historical parade on Saturday, with its thousand participants in period costumes, recalled the exploits of the “contradaioli” of Legnano during the Battle of Legnano in 1176a fundamental event for the city’s identity.
An event that looks to the future
The Palio di Legnano 2024 ended with a more than positive outcome, confirming itself once again as one of the most important and loved historical events in Italy. An event that looks to the future with confidence, ready to welcome new challenges and pass on to future generations the values of tradition, sport and brotherhood that have always distinguished it.
