The fact that Alex Zanardi is dead because handcycling race organizers couldn't properly close a fucking road is just horrifying
May 3, 2026 at 8:41 PM
The fact that Alex Zanardi is dead because handcycling race organizers couldn't properly close a fucking road is just horrifying
Alex Zanardi was an Italian racing driver. After a major crash in 2001, that resulted in the amputation of both his legs, he took up handcycling and won 4 golds at the Paralympics and 12 golds at the World Championships.
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August 22, 2026 at 6:45 AM
Alex Zanardi was an Italian racing driver. After a major crash in 2001, that resulted in the amputation of both his legs, he took up handcycling and won 4 golds at the Paralympics and 12 golds at the World Championships.
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Such a huge loss. A champion in car racing, lost both legs above the knee in a crash, and became a multiple gold medalist in handcycling. Always smiling. www.bbc.com/sport/formul...
Alex Zanardi: Ex-F1 driver and Paralympic champion dies aged 59
Former Formula 1 driver and Paralympic champion Alex Zanardi dies at the age of 59.
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May 2, 2026 at 1:12 PM
Such a huge loss. A champion in car racing, lost both legs above the knee in a crash, and became a multiple gold medalist in handcycling. Always smiling. www.bbc.com/sport/formul...
Alex Zanardi is perhaps the most inspirational sportsperson ever. Total commitment to simply never giving up. Successful motor racing career cut short by a horrific life-changing accident and then an even more successful career in handcycling with multiple Paralympic Gold medals. A tragic end
#RIPAlexZanardi, perhaps the most impressive person I’ve ever met. 😔
May 2, 2026 at 9:49 AM
Alex Zanardi is perhaps the most inspirational sportsperson ever. Total commitment to simply never giving up. Successful motor racing career cut short by a horrific life-changing accident and then an even more successful career in handcycling with multiple Paralympic Gold medals. A tragic end
And she’s away…
January 12, 2025 at 4:22 PM
And she’s away…
Rest in Peace, inspirational, ex Formula 1 driver, Paralympic handcycling double gold medallist at London 2012 & Rio 2016, Alessandro Zanardi who has sadly died age 59. He had both his legs amputated after a crash in Germany in 2001. 👇
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Alex Zanardi: Ex-F1 driver and Paralympic champion dies aged 59
Former Formula 1 driver and Paralympic champion Alex Zanardi dies at the age of 59.
www.bbc.co.uk
May 3, 2026 at 7:44 PM
Rest in Peace, inspirational, ex Formula 1 driver, Paralympic handcycling double gold medallist at London 2012 & Rio 2016, Alessandro Zanardi who has sadly died age 59. He had both his legs amputated after a crash in Germany in 2001. 👇
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April 24, 2025 at 7:16 PM
Exhausting day improved by the arrival of a lovely jacket from good friends #AlbionCycling. Waterproof, lightweight, toasty warm - it’s going to be my new do-everything cycling/handcycling/wheelchairing/casual jacket so I can #StayOutsideLonger.
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After the injuries sustained from his 2001 racing accident, Zanardi decided to return to sport, taking up handcycling, with huge success and multiple gold medals at the highest levels including the Paralympics.
September 15, 2025 at 6:19 AM
After the injuries sustained from his 2001 racing accident, Zanardi decided to return to sport, taking up handcycling, with huge success and multiple gold medals at the highest levels including the Paralympics.
When not championing policy, our C&P lead, @kayinckle.bsky.social, is a talented fiction author, releasing her debut sci-fi novel today!
We think its the first to be authored by AND include a wheelchair using, handcycling protagonist!
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We think its the first to be authored by AND include a wheelchair using, handcycling protagonist!
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September 23, 2025 at 11:24 AM
When not championing policy, our C&P lead, @kayinckle.bsky.social, is a talented fiction author, releasing her debut sci-fi novel today!
We think its the first to be authored by AND include a wheelchair using, handcycling protagonist!
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We think its the first to be authored by AND include a wheelchair using, handcycling protagonist!
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True, but how do you know the person #handcycling _isn't_ an avid cyclist? While most #Disabled people #cycling use a standard bicycle, others of us use quite a wide variety of cycles. 😀
April 21, 2025 at 10:03 PM
True, but how do you know the person #handcycling _isn't_ an avid cyclist? While most #Disabled people #cycling use a standard bicycle, others of us use quite a wide variety of cycles. 😀
Week in Review:
Former NZ equestrian Dame Catriona Williams is handcycling through 9 US states raising funds for spinal cord injury research, driven by her quest to walk again.
Former NZ equestrian Dame Catriona Williams is handcycling through 9 US states raising funds for spinal cord injury research, driven by her quest to walk again.
Kiwi dame to handcycle 3000 miles across US – for every young wheelie
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August 15, 2026 at 8:17 AM
Week in Review:
Former NZ equestrian Dame Catriona Williams is handcycling through 9 US states raising funds for spinal cord injury research, driven by her quest to walk again.
Former NZ equestrian Dame Catriona Williams is handcycling through 9 US states raising funds for spinal cord injury research, driven by her quest to walk again.
Pennsylvania native Zachary Stinson and New England resident Edie Perkins won the men’s and women’s handcycling titles, respectively. trib.al/laMLqDE
Americans sweep handcycling titles at Boston Marathon
Pennsylvania native Zachary Stinson and New England resident Edie Perkins won the men’s and women’s handcycling titles, respectively.
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April 20, 2026 at 5:27 PM
Pennsylvania native Zachary Stinson and New England resident Edie Perkins won the men’s and women’s handcycling titles, respectively. trib.al/laMLqDE
"In addition to his handcycling success at the #Paralympics, [ #Zanardi ] became a 12-time world champion and won the men's #paracycling race at the New York #marathon in 2011.": buff.ly/IMkrl9U
via BBCSport
#F1 #Paralympic #F1Driver #sports #WorldChampion
via BBCSport
#F1 #Paralympic #F1Driver #sports #WorldChampion
Alex Zanardi: Ex-F1 driver and Paralympic champion dies aged 59
Former Formula 1 driver and Paralympic champion Alex Zanardi dies at the age of 59.
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May 3, 2026 at 9:30 AM
"In addition to his handcycling success at the #Paralympics, [ #Zanardi ] became a 12-time world champion and won the men's #paracycling race at the New York #marathon in 2011.": buff.ly/IMkrl9U
via BBCSport
#F1 #Paralympic #F1Driver #sports #WorldChampion
via BBCSport
#F1 #Paralympic #F1Driver #sports #WorldChampion
Join our friends Hollister @wheelpower.bsky.social in Middlesbrough on 18 August and try 5 wheelchair sports including ...🏀 Wheelchair Basketball, Wheelchair Rugby, Boccia, Handcycling, and Archery 🏹 If you have a spinal cord injury then this event is for you! www.wheelpower.org.uk/activities/m...
July 28, 2025 at 12:24 PM
Join our friends Hollister @wheelpower.bsky.social in Middlesbrough on 18 August and try 5 wheelchair sports including ...🏀 Wheelchair Basketball, Wheelchair Rugby, Boccia, Handcycling, and Archery 🏹 If you have a spinal cord injury then this event is for you! www.wheelpower.org.uk/activities/m...
In June 2020, Zanardi sustained devastating head injuries during a handcycling charity relay in Tuscany when he collided with a heavy vehicle. He spent a long period recovering in intensive care but died in May 2026. An amazing guy, just born to compete.
Alex Zanardi was an Italian racing driver. After a major crash in 2001, that resulted in the amputation of both his legs, he took up handcycling and won 4 golds at the Paralympics and 12 golds at the World Championships.
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August 22, 2026 at 7:53 AM
In June 2020, Zanardi sustained devastating head injuries during a handcycling charity relay in Tuscany when he collided with a heavy vehicle. He spent a long period recovering in intensive care but died in May 2026. An amazing guy, just born to compete.
Handcycling is very fun and I've decided if I ever win the lottery I'd like my own Bowhead
August 6, 2025 at 7:11 PM
Handcycling is very fun and I've decided if I ever win the lottery I'd like my own Bowhead
Ever heard about hand cycling? www.youtube.com/watch?v=pgl5...
"A hand cycle is a three-wheeled vehicle that is propelled by hand cranks instead of foot pedals."
Just saw Handcycling listed as a supported activity by Garmin and I was wondering. :)
#HandCycling
"A hand cycle is a three-wheeled vehicle that is propelled by hand cranks instead of foot pedals."
Just saw Handcycling listed as a supported activity by Garmin and I was wondering. :)
#HandCycling
Sport Explained: Hand Cycling
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December 2, 2024 at 1:51 AM
Ever heard about hand cycling? www.youtube.com/watch?v=pgl5...
"A hand cycle is a three-wheeled vehicle that is propelled by hand cranks instead of foot pedals."
Just saw Handcycling listed as a supported activity by Garmin and I was wondering. :)
#HandCycling
"A hand cycle is a three-wheeled vehicle that is propelled by hand cranks instead of foot pedals."
Just saw Handcycling listed as a supported activity by Garmin and I was wondering. :)
#HandCycling
Need to get back into handcycling. I used to have mighty arms (that was pre estrogen tho)
December 4, 2023 at 11:27 PM
Need to get back into handcycling. I used to have mighty arms (that was pre estrogen tho)
If you don't know: Zanardi was competing in a handcycling race in Italy in 2020 when he lost control of his cycle and, because the road wasn't closed to other traffic, he was hit head-on by a truck going the opposite direction
He a few days ago as a result of all the injuries he'd suffered
He a few days ago as a result of all the injuries he'd suffered
May 3, 2026 at 8:43 PM
If you don't know: Zanardi was competing in a handcycling race in Italy in 2020 when he lost control of his cycle and, because the road wasn't closed to other traffic, he was hit head-on by a truck going the opposite direction
He a few days ago as a result of all the injuries he'd suffered
He a few days ago as a result of all the injuries he'd suffered
"Every day of my life I see legs paralyzed from the effects of childhood polio."
Polio survivor, Rotary member, and Team #EndPolio athlete Ferris said it best during #Rotary25 General Session on Tuesday: "When it comes to ending polio, failure is not an option." #VaccinesSaveLives #PublicHealth
Polio survivor, Rotary member, and Team #EndPolio athlete Ferris said it best during #Rotary25 General Session on Tuesday: "When it comes to ending polio, failure is not an option." #VaccinesSaveLives #PublicHealth
June 25, 2025 at 4:35 PM
"Every day of my life I see legs paralyzed from the effects of childhood polio."
Polio survivor, Rotary member, and Team #EndPolio athlete Ferris said it best during #Rotary25 General Session on Tuesday: "When it comes to ending polio, failure is not an option." #VaccinesSaveLives #PublicHealth
Polio survivor, Rotary member, and Team #EndPolio athlete Ferris said it best during #Rotary25 General Session on Tuesday: "When it comes to ending polio, failure is not an option." #VaccinesSaveLives #PublicHealth
#INDYCAR : Back in 2013, the former team owner/driver pairup of Chip Ganassi & Jimmy Vasser discussed running a one-off entry for Alex Zanardi at the Indy 500.
If it happened this would've been the first single-seater race outing for Zanardi since his terrible Lausitzring crash in 2001.
If it happened this would've been the first single-seater race outing for Zanardi since his terrible Lausitzring crash in 2001.
March 15, 2025 at 12:47 PM
#INDYCAR : Back in 2013, the former team owner/driver pairup of Chip Ganassi & Jimmy Vasser discussed running a one-off entry for Alex Zanardi at the Indy 500.
If it happened this would've been the first single-seater race outing for Zanardi since his terrible Lausitzring crash in 2001.
If it happened this would've been the first single-seater race outing for Zanardi since his terrible Lausitzring crash in 2001.
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June 26, 2026 at 7:21 PM
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Experience the freedom of cycling, build confidence, and discover where a handcycle could take you.
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Experience the freedom of cycling, build confidence, and discover where a handcycle could take you.
Get in touch to find out more about our loan programme.
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Former NZ equestrian Dame Catriona Williams is handcycling through 9 US states raising funds for spinal cord injury research, driven by her quest to walk again.
Kiwi dame to handcycle 3000 miles across US – for every young wheelie
newsroom.co.nz
August 12, 2026 at 7:31 AM
Former NZ equestrian Dame Catriona Williams is handcycling through 9 US states raising funds for spinal cord injury research, driven by her quest to walk again.
Don’t forget the #handcycles! Where my #handcyclists at? #adaptedcycling and #recumbentcycling too! On mastodon I was the first person to use the #aMTB and #handcycling tags. Love to connect with others and hear about your bikes!
January 17, 2025 at 6:12 PM
Don’t forget the #handcycles! Where my #handcyclists at? #adaptedcycling and #recumbentcycling too! On mastodon I was the first person to use the #aMTB and #handcycling tags. Love to connect with others and hear about your bikes!
A true champion, in every possible way. Had a terrible accident in Champcar/Indycar and went on to become a four-time Paralympic handcycling champion. He was the nicest guy one could meet. What an extraordinary person.
Alex Zanardi, the Italian auto racing champion-turned-Paralympic gold medalist whose career was marked by two life-altering accidents, has died. He was 59.
Alex Zanardi, auto racing champion-turned-Paralympian, dies at 59 after life-altering accidents
Italian auto racing champion-turned-Paralympic gold medalist Alex Zanardi has died at 59. His life was marked by two life-altering accidents.
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May 2, 2026 at 8:41 AM
A true champion, in every possible way. Had a terrible accident in Champcar/Indycar and went on to become a four-time Paralympic handcycling champion. He was the nicest guy one could meet. What an extraordinary person.