Francesco La Macchia facts for kids
Francesco La Macchia was an Italian athlete who was very good at canoe racing. He was born on October 9, 1938, in a town called Tonnarella, which is in Messina, Italy.
Francesco La Macchia became famous for winning a silver medal at the 1960 Summer Olympics in Rome. He competed in the C-2 1000 meter event, which means he raced a canoe with one other person over a distance of 1000 meters. Winning an Olympic medal is a huge achievement for any athlete!
Francesco La Macchia passed away on July 31, 2017, in Rome. He was 78 years old.
What is Canoe Racing?
Canoe racing is a water sport where athletes paddle canoes or kayaks on a flat water course. It's a sport that needs a lot of strength, skill, and teamwork, especially in events like the C-2 where two people paddle together. The goal is to be the fastest to cross the finish line!
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In Spanish: Francesco La Macchia para niños
