Carlo Speroni (13 July 1895 – 12 October 1969) was an Italian long-distance runner.
Biography Speroni began competing at the age of 15 and took part in the 1912, 1920 and 1924 Summer Olympics. Nationally he won 12 titles: in the 5000 m (1920, 1921), 10,000 m (1914, 1920, 1921, 1924, 1925), half marathon (1912–1914) and cross country running (1913, 1915). In 1913 he set the Italian record over six miles that stood for 17 years.
In 1936 he became a masseur for the Pro Patria Calcio club, where he worked for 30 years. In 1971 the stadium Stadio Carlo Speroni was named after him.
Olympic results Year Competition Venue Position Event Time Notes1912Olympic GamesStockholm, Sweden Marathon 1920Olympic GamesAntwerp, Belgium 7th 5000 metres 10,000 metres 1924Olympic GamesParis, France 10,000 metres
See also Italy at the 1912 Summer Olympics Italy at the 1920 Summer Olympics Italy at the 1924 Summer Olympics
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