Ignazio Moser facts for kids

Ignazio Moser was born on July 14, 1992. He is a former Italian cyclist who competed in both road and track cycling. After his cycling career, he became a well-known TV personality in Italy.

Ignazio Moser's Life Story

His Cycling Career

Ignazio Moser was a talented cyclist from a young age. In 2010, he was the Italian junior individual pursuit champion. He also finished second in the Italian junior road race championships that same year.

In 2012, he won a bronze medal at the European Track Championships. This was for the men's team pursuit event. He also competed in the team pursuit at the 2013 UCI Track Cycling World Championships.

Ignazio decided to retire from cycling in September 2014. This was after winning a stage at the Tour de Guadeloupe in August 2014. He said he no longer felt motivated to continue racing. After retiring, he planned to gain work experience. He also wanted to work in his family's vineyards and winery.

His Family of Cyclists

Ignazio Moser comes from a famous family of cyclists. His father is Francesco Moser, a very well-known cyclist. His uncles, Aldo Moser, Diego Moser, and Enzo Moser, were also cyclists. His cousins, Leonardo Moser, Matteo Moser, and Moreno Moser, also ride bikes. Cycling is a big part of his family's history!

His TV Career

After retiring from cycling, Ignazio Moser started a new career in Italian television. In early 2017, he began commenting on the Giro d'Italia 2017 for Rai 1. He also worked as a commentator for the Rai 2 sports show La grande corsa.

In the autumn of 2017, Ignazio joined the second season of Grande Fratello VIP. This is the Italian version of Celebrity Big Brother. The show was hosted by Ilary Blasi and aired on Canale 5.

In the spring of 2021, Ignazio appeared on the 15th season of L'isola dei famosi. This show is the Italian version of Survivor. It was hosted by Ilary Blasi from the studio.

Ignazio Moser also appeared on other TV shows. In late 2018, he was a special guest on the Italia 1 sports show Giù in 60 secondi - Adrenalina ad alta quota. He was with his girlfriend, Cecilia Rodriguez. Ignazio and Cecilia also hosted the reality show Ex on the Beach Italia on MTV Italia. They hosted the second season in early 2020. They also hosted the third season in late 2021 and the fourth season in late 2022.

His Personal Life

During his time on Grande Fratello VIP in 2017, Ignazio Moser started a relationship with Cecilia Rodríguez. She is a model and the sister of Belén Rodríguez.

Television Appearances

• Giro d'Italia 2017 (Rai 1, 2017)
• La grande corsa (Rai 2, 2017)
• Grande Fratello VIP (Canale 5, 2017)
• Giù in 60 secondi - Adrenalina ad alta quota (Italia 1, 2018)
• Ex on the Beach Italia (MTV, 2020–2022)
• L'isola dei famosi (Canale 5, 2021)

Major Cycling Achievements

2010

• 2nd Road race, National Junior Road Championships

2011

• 1st Piccola Coppa Agostoni

2012

• 1st Gran Premio Polverini Arredamenti
• 3rd Team pursuit, European Track Championships

2013

• 1st Shimano Suzuka Road Race

2014

• 1st Memorial Lorenzo Mola
• 1st Stage 6 Tour de Guadeloupe

See also

In Spanish: Ignazio Moser para niños